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HOMEOFTHE WHO’S YOUR DADDY BURGER Orders To Go: Call 251-948-7262 • paparocco.com Hwy. 59, Gulf Shores • 1/4 Mile North of Public Beach Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 3 Page 4 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] AROUND TOWN Historic St. Peter’s in Bon Secour hosts fish-fry Sept. 2 Historic St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Bon Secour will host its penultiate monthly fishfry of the summer season on Sept. 2 from 5-7 p.m. A hugely popular monthly com- munity event, the fish fries are a major fundraiser for the church’s charities. The final fishfry is Oct. 7. Fried fish plates are available for dine-in or take-out and include sides of hushpuppies, baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad and dessert. The cost is $10. St. Peter’s is located on the corner of County Rd.10 & County Rd. 49 at 6270 County Road 10 in Bon Secour. Paw Paw’s Medicine Cabinet 1st of 5 bands booked for Gulf Place Foley’s Joey Darby is named State Fire Chief of the Year Gulf Shores sponsors free sunset concerts every Thursday in Sept. Paw Paw’s Medicine Cabinet, a Mobile based songwriter Kelcy Mae. Kelcy has adopted a full- Chief Joey Darby of the Foley Fire Department was rec- indie southern rock band, is the first of the five fledged Americana style that has drawn compar- ognized as Fire Chief of the Year for the State of Alabama bands playing free shows on Thursdays in Sep- isons to Gregory Alan Isakov, Gillian Welch, and by the Alabama Association of Fire Chiefs. The award was tember on the Town Green at Gulf Place at Gulf Nanci Griffith. Kelcy’s oft-lauded poeticism re- given at the annual meeting in Orange Beach on Aug. 10. Shores Public Beach. Bring lawn chairs and join mains a calling card of her songs. Darby has served as your neighbors for the Sept. 2 concerts and the • September 16 – Early James is a combination the Fire Chief of the four that follow on September Thursdays from 6- of roots, rock, the lonesomeness of the blues and City of Foley since 8 p.m. tongue, and the cheek of classic country. James’ January 5, 2009. Pre- Paw Paw’s Medicine Cabinet formed in 2015 voice conjures a century’s worth of American viously, he served the and immediately began writing music of their barkers and crooners, from Alan Lomax field own making. They have played festival stages recordings to mid-century iconoclasts like Billy City of Auburn Fire alongside artists such as Counting Crows, Wet Holliday and Howlin Wolf to ghostly late-century Division from 1994 Willie, and The Marcus King Band. interpreters like Fiona Apple and Tom Waits. until coming to Foley, “Our City has put so much effort into making • September 23 – The Talismen: The Talismen having worked Gulf Place Public Beach a beautiful and relaxing formed in 2015 in Montgomery, AL. These tal- through the ranks to spot. We are excited to mix that beauty with free ented musicians have been learning and growing Battalion Chief. He entertainment for everyone to come out and as they entertain audiences all over the South- also served as Fire enjoy,” said Brigette Reynolds, City of Gulf east. The Talismen put on a show containing Chief of the Stillwater Shores Programs & Events Manager. soulful and funk-filled originals along with some Volunteer Fire & Res- Food trucks will be set up for those wishing to music of their favorite artists from across the purchase food, and the Alabama Coastal Busi- jam, rock, and funk spectrum. cue Fire District from ness Chamber will be present selling soft drinks • September 30 – Songwriters Showcase: The 2005 - 2008. He began his fire service career serving as a and beer. For more info, call 251-968-1171 or visit Songwriters Showcase will be a preview to the volunteer firefighter in his home community of Walnut gulfshoresal.gov. Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival. Hill, Florida in 1992. Other Thursday sunset concerts: The night will kick off with the Krickets and will “Being recognized by my peers as the 2020 Alabama Fire • September 9 – Ever More Nest: Ever More Nest be followed by three Nashville hit songwriters: Chief of the Year is a great honor, and I am humbled to is a new music project from New Orleans-based Jon Nite, J.T. Harding, and Lindsay Rimes. have been selected. I have been blessed to serve the City of Foley, and I look forward to continuing in that service,” Darby said after the ceremony. nity prosperity through advocacy, leadership, eco- Darby says that his initial plans were to become an elec- Perdidio invites artists, vendors nomic development, education, and associations trical engineer, but those changed when he had the oppor- across state lines. tunity to work for the City of Auburn as a student to sign up for holiday craft fair firefighter while attending Auburn University. The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce ven- “First Time Across’’ author He obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricul- dor booths for its outdoor holiday craft and vendor tural Engineering (now known as Biosystems Engineering) fair on Saturday, November 13 from noon ‘til 5 p.m. at Foley Library August 25 from AU in 1999, but at that time had already advanced to at Innerarity Point Park, located at 5828 Cruzat a full-time position with the Fire Division and had been Rd. on Innerarity Point. The Foley Library will host Coffee & Donuts with promoted to the rank of lieutenant. Therefore, he made the "To celebrate and promote Shop Local Saturday, “First Time Across” autor Capt. James F. Cash on decision to continue his career in the fire service. we are hosting this outdoor craft fair, followed by a Aug. 25 at 10 a.m. in the library’s upstairs reading free holiday-themed outdoor movie," said Dana Pa- room. He became active in the Alabama Association of Fire gador, President and CEO of the Chamber. From the deck of his thirty-five-foot sailing cata- Chiefs (AAFC) in 2006, and served on the executive board Space is available for $25 for chamber members, maran, Captain James Franklin Cash navigated for many years, including president in 2013-2014. He also $50 for non-members, and $100 for commercial en- his crew nearly halfway around the world, across served as the AAFC appointment to the Alabama Fire Col- tities. Vendor registration forms are available on eleven thousand nautical miles, to nine different lege and Personnel Standards Commission for the past 8 the event page at PerdidoChamber.com. countries—and now he carries readers on the same years. Interested vendors are encouraged to contact the seafaring adventure in his new book, “First Time chamber at 850-492-4660 or email Lori@Perdi- Across.” Pictured: Darby was recognized at the annual meeting of doChamber.com. The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Reservations are required. More info: 251-943- the Alabama Association of Fire Chiefs held in Orange Commerce is dedicated to endorsing the Perdido 7665 or foleylibrary.org. The library is located at Beach. Area’s growth of regional businesses and commu- 319 E. Laurel Ave., Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 5 Page 6 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] AROUND TOWN Tip Tops play Sept. 10 at Live at 5; Fall slate also includes Spin Doctors The Tip Tops will be back at Live at Five, a popular concert series at the Halstead Am- phitheater (450 Fairhope Ave.) on the campus of Coastal Ala- bama Community College in Fairhope, on Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Mobile band, Yeah, Proba- bly, will open at 5 p.m. Each Spring and Fall, Live at Five hosts national and re- gional bands spanning a wide range of musical genres. The cover charge varies, but tickets for the Tip Tops are $10 for Stephen Sylvester plays Sept. 4 St. John’s of Magnolia Springs Fest adults and $3 for children. Other fall Alive at Five Con- Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church will hold its Fall certs this fall include the Dirty Festival on September 4 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the Dozen Brass Band with Jamell Richardson opening on Sept. church’s Magnolia Springs campus at 10800 St. John’s 24, The Spin Doctors (Pocket Lane. Festivities include yard games, cornhole, horse shoes Full of Kryptonite) with Cool cars, fireworks, live music, kids stuff at OWA Sept. 4-5 and volleyball. There will be food for sale, including tacos, Johnny Hayes and the Love The Labor Day weekend celebration at OWA features live burgers and hot dogs, and plenty of cold beverages, includ- Seats opening on Oct. 10, and music, kids’ activities, fireworks, a car show and that’s just in ing beer. Stephen Sylvester will provide live music. For Anders Osborne with Flow OWA Downtown. Families can also enjoy one of the best more info online: StJohnMS.com or call (251) 965-7719. Tribe opening on Oct. 29. amusement parks in the south and a state-of-the-art indoor The 50-50 raffle tickets are $50 each with a grand prize of There is at least one food waterpark. up to $25,000. truck at every show and atten- On Saturday, September 4, enjoy a day of cool cars and hot Pictured: Featured on American Idol and receiving a dees are welcome to bring cool- rods spread throughout Downtown and the amusement park, ers and picnic food to the followed by a live outdoor concert from the Miles Flatt Band golden ticket to Hollywood, Fairhope’s Stephen Sylvester family-friendly event. Well-be- writes songs that paint vivid pictures of life in Coastal Al- and The Chee-Weez beginning at 4:30 p.m. Top it all off with haved dogs are also welcome. OWA’s firework spectacular at 8:45 p.m. to end the night. This abama. From relatable childhood memories to the There is no seating provided. heartache of losing a loved one, every song he writes makes patriotic show, timed perfectly with music, can be seen So bring blankets and/or throughout the entire property. you feel like you already know the words. His stories come chairs. Concerts start at 5 On Sunday, September 5, the fun continues with more kids’ directly from personal experiences, like his wife's cancer p.m., with the main act sched- activities followed by live music from the (pictured) Jenna Mc- diagnosis, attending the funeral of one of his young stu- uled at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are Clelland Band and Southern Approach from from 6-9:30 p.m. dents, or extended hospital stays with his own children. available at eventbrite.com. on the OWA Island Amphitheater. From noon ‘til 6 p.m. both Whenever Stephen plays, the energy in the room changes. days, OWA will sponsor interactive fun, including a scavenger It's positive and hopeful. He is just as comfortable belting Oct. 23 Stapleton Bluegrass Fest hunt, crafts and games throughout Downtown. high notes with his eyes closed as he is interacting with fans after the show. He treats his music as a mission rather includes Blue Mullet, Wayfarers than a job. It's not an act - it's just who he is. The line-up has been released Costumes mandatory for Sept. 4 Where’s Waldo Wharf Bar Crawl for the Oct. 23 Stapleton Blue- grass Fest, with outstanding Costumes are mandatory to participate in Iconicentertain- local bands Blue Mullet, Down ment.fun’s Sept. 4 Where’s Waldo Bar Crawl, a tour of bistros Telluride, Soul Rebels, George Porter at Fairhope Music Fest Home 2.0 and The Wayfarers at The Wharf in Orange Beach beginning at 7 p.m. opening for national acts Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 on crawl day and avail- George Porter Jr., The Soul Amanda Cook, Dave Adkins able at the starting point, LocalLife OBA or eventbrite.com. Rebels, Birmingham legends Fest Schedule and The Cotton Pickin’ Kids, Admission includes free appetizers at Local Life OBA from 5- Telluride, and Mobile’s own ge- whose rendition of Foggy 6 p.m., a swag bag, a scavenger hunt, drink specials, photo ops and many promised “surprises.’’ nius on guitar, Will Kimbrough Saturday, Oct. 30 Mountain Breakdown has been viewed 5 million times on Participating bistros in addition to Local Life OBA include in- are among the featured bands 2 - Will Kimbrough for the Oct. 30-31 Fairhope Facebook. The family friendly clude Pour Smart Bar, The Boat Bar, Sandshaker at The Wharf, & Band event on is held on the beauti- Island Time Daquari, Kentucky Mist Distillery and Ginny Music Festival at Weeks Bay 3:30 - JD SIMO Lane Bar & Grill. For additonal event info, call 574-383-8716 Plantation (12562 Mary Ann ful oak-lined grounds of Sta- 5 - Cha Wa pleton School (35480 Harriot or email [email protected]. Beach Rd.) Camping is avail- 7 - The Soul Rebels Ave.) from 10:0 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. able at the beautifl venue and 9 - George Porter Jr. and features a huge play- Light Up Labor Day at The Wharf includes fireworks, DJ Silky early bird tickets are $45 at & Runnin’ Pardners ground and many activities for fairhopemusicfest.com or kids and a wide variety of food Late night Acoustic Light Up Labor Day at The Wharf will be a celebration full of eventbrite.com. The event will and beverage trucks. Tickets Set - Ross Newell color. DJ Silky will have music, games and giveaways begin- are $10 for adults and $5 for feature food trucks, art vendors, Sunday, Oct. 31 ning at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 6, and fireworks will kids 5 to 12 at the gate. More games, and a kids area, with blast off at 8:45 p.m., with the SPECTRA Laser Light Experi- 11 - Red & the Revelers info: stapletonbluegrassfesti- proceeds to benefit American ence show to follow at 9:30 p.m. Admission and parking are 12:30 - Telluride val.com or 251-937-2038. Legion Post 199’s Rebuild Fund. free. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 7 Page 8 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Seasons & catch limits are reasons Alabama fish stocks are healthy By Chris Blankenship ing on and visiting Alabama’s coast so special and Al. Dept. of Nat.Resources Commissioner memorable. Simply put, our fisheries must limit har- The waters of Alabama and the Gulf of Mexico are vesting to allow populations to replenish themselves teeming with fish of all shapes and sizes. The amaz- and enforce fishing methods that won’t have a dam- ing colors in God’s palette lend themselves to adorn aging environmental impact, all while complying the beautiful fish we all love to reel in and admire — with state, national and international regulations. and eat! Most minimum size limits of fish are set just above There’s a catch when it comes to your catches the length where most of the fish of that species though: If it’s not in season or within the size limit, reach sexual maturity. This just makes good common you’ll have to throw it back. sense. For stocks to replenish themselves, we need It can be tempting to keep a tasty red snapper in the fish to spawn at least once before they are har- the spring or stock up on big momma speckled trout, vested. When you catch an 11-inch flounder, throw it but Alabama’s fishing rules and regulations are more back and let it find a female friend and do its thing than just arbitrary restrictions. Every time you so they can make a bunch of baby flounder that we cific seasons for red snapper, grouper, triggerfish and throw back a fish that is can harvest in future amberjack and other species that were at one time not in season or not the years. each severely overfished and in peril. We can all de- right size, you’re helping It can be tempting to keep a While it is important for bate if the current federally set quotas are reason- Alabama’s natural popula- the fish to spawn at least able or if those seasons are too short, but one thing tions sustain and replen- tasty red snapper in the spring or once before harvest, some is for sure: If we had not made changes to limit the ish themselves. fish species have egg pro- stock up on big momma speckled harvest to some level when we did in the early 2000s, This may seem like an ob- duction that is exponen- those stocks would be almost nonexistent today. vious responsibility — to trout, but Alabama’s fishing rules tially larger as they get Limits for both commercial and recreational har- do our part to help our di- bigger. That is why we vests are critical to the sustainability of our re- verse ecosystems flourish and regulations are more than have some fish with slot sources. They are designed to maintain current stock — but without strict over- sizes where you can only just arbitrary restrictions. levels or to increase abundance of a stock. Some sight of our local fisheries, keep one fish over a certain species just need to have a population sufficient to we’d be at risk of overfish- size. This has been the case reproduce annually, but other species need several ing. In fact, overfishing isn’t as uncommon as you for red drum for a long time. We added a slot limit years to reach maturity. Those that need more time might think. Both in our nation and worldwide, for spotted sea trout (speckled trout) a couple of are generally the ones that have experienced over- many examples come to mind of fisheries that, years ago. Speckled trout females over 22 inches pro- harvesting. We at ADCNR are working to grow all of unchecked, become imperiled very quickly. The reef duce millions more eggs than fish in the 15- to 16- our stocks. fisheries around Puerto Rico were in almost total col- inch range. We want those big momma fish out there While it’s our human responsibility to protect and lapse a few years ago but are rebuilding now, thanks spawning away to produce the amount of fish needed maintain our aquatic ecosystems, sustainability isn’t to new limits, and you can ask Maryland and Vir- to sustain the fishing pressure increase we have seen just an environmental issue. It’s an effort that’s in- ginia why Alabama processors ship lots of our blue over the last decade on speckled trout. And it is trinsically tied to our seafood industry as well. crab up their way. working. We have seen populations of flounder and For example, if Alabama anglers and commercial Thankfully for us and our neighbors, the good work spotted sea trout trending in the right direction just fishermen were to overfish a particular species, our of Alabama Department of Conservation and Natu- two years after we modified our regulation to provide seafood processors eventually would have to limit ral Resources (ADCNR) biologists and enforcement those two species with more protections. the amount of that product they could distribute, officers is keeping the fish and seafood stocks in our Some fish don’t have populations that can sustain which would limit that product on restaurant menus. waters trending in the right direction. a year-round season and, therefore, have quotas or And if this trend were to continue, it could cause that Sustainable harvest of fish, crabs, oyster, shrimp overfishing limits that are used to set seasons that species to disappear from Gulf waters altogether. and other aquatic sea life is part of what makes liv- keep those stocks healthy or rebuilding. We have spe- Seasons and quotas are not the burden you might think they are on Alabama chefs though. When a Gulf seafood product is limited to certain seasons or amounts, our Southern chefs get creative. Our waters are home to much, much more than the typical snapper, grouper and flounder you may be used to seeing on the menu. Sustainability allows our restaurants and markets to feature these popu- lar favorites, but chefs also make great entrees of other species previously thought to be “trash fish” that are just as tasty even though they’re less widely known. Sheepshead, drum and Spanish mackerel are a few good examples. Catch limits may seem like a pain when you're out fishing, but it is important to remember that those limits are in place to maintain healthy, sustainable stocks so we can all catch and cook those species for many years to come. So while it may be a bummer to throw back some would-be prize fish on your next fishing trip, remember that you’re directly con- tributing to the sustainability of Alabama’s fisheries. Pictured: Triggerfish photo by Jake Markis; Red Drum (redfish) photo by Brody Olive. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 9 Page 10 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 11 Page 12 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] GULF SHORES CITY COUNCIL Gulf Shores & Sports Commission will spend $350K to build 12 lighted pickleball courts at Sportsplex By John Mullen “Absolutely a growing sport and a parking established, we have easy 500 MBPS to 1 GBPS and a new 100 The City of Gulf Shores is preparing growing demand,” Harris said. “With access to utilities.” MBPS line to Public Works. to spend almost $350,000 to expand the participation of our sports DURING THE MEETING, THE COUNCIL: • OK’d a five-year lease agreement recreational opportunities for resi- tourism that also shows you the de- • OK’d awarding the street resur- with Jerry Pate Turf and Irrigation dents and visitors and at the same mand that they believe is there and facing budget for 2021 to Asphalt for four specialty mowers to main- time add a new op- looking forward to Services for $529,977. Streets to be tain sport turf fields at Sportsplex, portunity for the getting that repaved are Wallace Circle, Shady baseball parks around town and burgeoning sports “The number of pickle- started.” Woods Court, the south portion of school practice fields. It will cost the tourism market on Sports Commis- Augusta Drive, West Eighth Avenue city $48,500 a year and a total cost the Alabama Gulf ball facilities that are sion Vice President and West Fairway. of $253,000. Coast. growing within this re- Michelle Russ said • OK’d franchises for two waste • OK’d an assembly permit for the “It’s an opportu- gion and within the when the facility is companies, ABM Waste and Rock Shaka Beach Bash sand volleyball nity we feel strongly complete her team and Roll Offs. The agreement runs tournament at Gulf Place Aug. 27- needs to move for- southeast is truly amaz- can start pursuing through Dec. 31, 2025. 29. ward both expan- ing, and if we are able to tournaments. • OK’d the appointment of Blake • OK’d an assembly permit for the sion of our “Pickleball is one Phelps to the Gulf Shores Utilities sixth annual Bloody Mary Run on recreation opportu- attract some of those the fastest-growing Board to fulfill the unexpired term of Sept. 4, the Saturday before Labor nities to the north- traveling pickleball tour- sports in the coun- John McCormick who recently Day, at Tacky Jacks in Gulf Shores. ern part of our city,” try, and the city of passed away. The term ends on April • OK’d the annexation of a home at Recreation and Cul- naments the Gulf Shores Gulf Shores’ efforts 1, 2023. 19090 Stout Lane which is off of tural Affairs Direc- Orange Beach Sports to build new courts • Renewed a contract with Uniti County Road 8 West. Mr. and Mrs. tor Grant Brown extends our ability Fiber for services to the city for five Robert Sheehan wanted to be in the said. “It satisfies a Commission is willing to to bid on and host years at a cost of $2,510 a month in- city to be included in the Gulf Shores very strong pent-up help us fund this.” more pickleball cluding increasing the speed from school system. demand for pickle- events,” Russ said. ball and the oppor- “Sports tourism’s tunity to bring in traveling pickleball economic impact in Gulf Shores and players in the off-season which is a Orange Beach helps our local cities great advantage for the city.” improve and enhance facilities, ben- On board to share the cost of the efitting both residents and families project is the Gulf Shores and Or- traveling for events.” ange Beach Sports Commission, To start the process, the council Brown said. The 12 courts will be OK’d a $42,000 contract with McKee built at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex and Associates, a company Brown in an unused grassy said specializes in area next to a park- pickleball courts, ing lot. “It just so happens that for the design of the “The number of courts. pickleball facilities on that grassy piece of After looking all that are growing property 12 pickleball around the city, within this region Brown said he and and within the courts will fit perfectly. the Recreation southeast is truly We already have park- Committee agreed amazing,” Brown the Sportsplex was said. “And if we are ing established, we have the ideal location Gulf Shores honors Miss Alabama by proclaiming Aug. 2 Lauren Bradford Day able to attract some easy access to utilities.” for the new com- Gulf Shores City Council honored native daughter Lauren Bradford with a proclamation of those traveling plex. declaring Aug. 2, 2021 Lauren Bradford Day in honor of her being named Miss Alabama pickleball tourna- “We looked at on June 12 at the historic Alabama Theatre in Birmingham. A graduate of Gulf Shores High School and then Auburn, Bradford is currently studying for a masters degree in fi- ments the Gulf Shores Orange Beach Meyer Park, we looked at Simms nance at Vanderbilt. Competing as Miss Jefferson County, Bradford topped 38 other tal- Sports Commission is willing to help Park, we looked at the potential new ented contestants. As Miss Alabama, she will make public appearances, do charity work, us fund this. They have committed to piece of property at Coastal Gateway and speak to community and student groups. She will also represent her state at the 100th 50 percent up to $300,000 funding Boulevard that a community park is Miss America competition this December at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut. She arrangement. So, if we build 12 pick- being planned,” Brown said. “All performed a violin solo to “My Heart Will Go On” from the 1997 movie Titanic during the talent program. She’s been playing the instrument since she was six, and was first chair leball courts that are lighted at our roads led back to the Gulf Shores of the Eastern Shore Symphony Orchestra and first violinist of the Baldwin County Youth Sportsplex they will help us with the Sportsplex. There is an area of grass Orchestra while at GSHS. She won the Miss Alabama Outstanding Teen competition in construction costs.” just east of an improved asphalt 2017. She also played violin during the talent portion of that competition (“Orange Blos- Councilman Philip Harris said parking lot that is utilized by the som Special”). She was also recipient of the Community Service Award at the 2017 Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen Pageant for her work with her UNPLUG platform. Bradford having the tourism agency on board baseball fields and football season. It graduated from Gulf Shores ranked first in her class with a 4.35 weighted GPA and a 34 means officials there see the poten- just so happens that on that grassy ACT score, earning straight A’s while taking advanced placement classes. At GSHS, she tial for attracting tournaments to the piece of property 12 pickleball courts was an officer in the National Honor Society and was awarded Highest GPA and Most Dis- city. will fit perfectly. We already have tinguished Cadet in the school’s NJROTC program. Bradford was also founder and presi- dent of Alpha & Omega faith based Club and was president of The Health Science Club. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 13 Page 14 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Pickleball no longer just “the game your grandparents play”

By Fran Thompson There is even talk about pickleball at the Olympics. 2015) is driving pickleball’s growth in America. With help from Gulf Shores Tourism, the City of Gulf The number of countries that are part of the Interna- The sport is governed by the USA Pickleball Associa- Shores will spend $350,000 to build dedicated pickle- tional Pickleball Federation, 37, has more than doubled tion (USAPickleball.org), which maintains the rules, ball courts at Gulf Shores Sportsplex. And that’s good in the past 18 months. The number required to have promotes the sport, sanctions tournaments, and pro- news to Eddie McDonald, president of the Bama Beach federations to be recognized by the International vides player rankings. USA Pickleball lists places to Pickleball Club. (You can find a local game at playby- Olympic Committee is 70. If pickleball grows during play all over the country on its dedicated website, play.org). the next two years at its current pace, it will reach that places2play.org. According to SFIA, approximately 67 “We are very excited about the courts that are going to number before the 2024 Olympic Games. new pickleball locations are added to the list every be built,’’ McDonald According to the Sport and Fitness Industry Associa- month. said. “Even though we tion (SFIA), pickleball participation grew by a whop- The first national championship was held in 2009 in Apparently, there have some places to ping 21 percent last year. Buckeye, Arizona. Over 400 players participated in di- play in the area, we No longer the “Fastest Growing Sport Nobody Ever visions for all ages. is something ad- have no dedicated, pub- Heard Of,’’ pickleball has had an incredible 650 percent By 2019, the Margaritaville USA Pickleball National lic courts in South Bald- increase in players from 2013-2019. Championships at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden dicting about the win County.’’ Described as a mash-up of tennis, badminton and drew more than 2,000 registered players who competed Gulf Shores has in- ping-pong, the sport can be played by singles or in for $80,000 in prize money, the largest cash purse in distinct pop of a vited the Bama Beach pairs, either indoors or outside. Like most racquet the history of the sport at that time. The national tour- Pickleball Club (BBPC) sports, the idea is to get the ball over the net and pre- ney is back at Indian Wells this year from November 6- perforated plastic to help plan the facility. vent your opponent from hitting it back. 13. ball hitting the “To have public, dedi- New players can learn the basic rules quickly in a sin- McDonald, the beloved local head honcho, is relentless cated, courts with lights gle session. No special apparel is needed. Equipment is in his promotion of the sport. A former educator and sweet spot in the in our community will inexpensive. And it can coach, the 60 year old picked up the sport during a post be fantastic and will become a fast-paced, retirement year spent in Montana. His partner in the center of a paddle. also help grow the sport New players can competitive game for 4.0 division is a local teenager he taught to play. He here,’’ McDonald added. experienced players. and his wife, Jean, both play every day, mostly indoors “It will also get the at- learn the basic rules As Shite mentioned, at the Church of Christ in Gulf Shores, where two ses- tention of people who live in nearby communities who the game has developed sions are held daily during snowbird season. do not have access to public facilities.’’ quickly in a single a passionate following By charging a very reasonable $3 per session per Although neither Baldwin County nor any of its other session. No special due to its friendly, so- player, the church earns as much as $10,000 per month municipalities have committed to building pickleball cial nature, and its from players utilizing its courts. specific courts, it is only a matter of time until they do, apparel is needed. multi-generational ap- “My job is to promote the sport and find places for according to local players who can produce data that peal. It is particularly people to play,’’ McDonald said. proves pickleball attracts tourists and new residents Equipment is inex- popular in school P.E. The SFIA reported in 2020 that there were 4.2 million while providing outlets to a growing number of local pensive. And it can programs (which the pickleball players in the US, with just over 60 percent citizens who play almost daily. BBPC supports) and in of them being men. The average age for all players is “We've found that many vacationers, summer and become a fast-paced, adult living communi- 38. winter, search for areas where pickleball is actively ties. America’s 4.2 million pickleballers represent only 1.38 played and come to those spots,’’ said Sam Shite of competitive game The kitchen refers to percent of the population, but it is no longer a niche BBPC. “We attract many people here just because of for experienced the no-volley zone and sport. USA Pickleball pickleball. Gulf Shores is aware of that.’’ dinking is a soft shot was among those spon- A round-robin tourney earlier this month at the Foley players. that sends an opposing Before that, there soring the NASCAR Event Center drew 126 players, including 75 from out- player scrambling to- Gander Outdoor Truck side of Alabama. Billed as the Rock ‘n Roll Invitational, wards the net. was the Coastal Ala- Series at the Michigan the tourney was more about fun than competition. No Congressman Joel Pritchard and his friends Bill Bell International Speedway winners were crowned, and a constant stream of oldies and Barney McCallum are credited with inventing the bama Pickleball that was broadcast on but goodies blared through the FEC’s speakers, giving game to entertain bored children using whatever equip- Club, which was FOX Sports. Broad- new meaning to the term break dancing. ment they could find in 1965 during a summer vacation caster Chris Myers More than half of the 126 participants rented accom- on Bainbridge Island, Washington. The first official founded in 2015 by mentioned during the modations to be here. And as many as 400 mostly out- pickleball tournament was held in 1975. telecast that he was an of-town players have participated in sanctioned According to McCallum, the game was officially Bob Webb, who had avid pickleball player. regional tourneys on the 12 courts at the Foley Event named after the Pritchards’ dog Pickles, who would played table tennis The 300 plus member Center. chase the ball and run off with it. Bama Beach Club has OWA has put on the backburner a plan to build 16 cov- The sport’s attraction is its egalitarian nature. Unlike at a high level in been around about five ered courts on property they own adjacent to the Event tennis or golf, you can get on a pickleball court and years and its members Center, and Foley City Council has at least addressed in- within an hour or so play well enough not to embar- San Diego. pay $20 a year dues, vesting in additional covered courts to attract additional rasss yourself, especially since it is usually very easy to which allows them to tourneys. find someone of the same skill level at open play days participate in nation- Apparently, there is something addicting about the at South Baldwin facilities such as churches, recreation ally sanctioned tourneys. distinct pop of a perforated plastic ball hitting the centers and RV parks. Before that, there was the Coastal Alabama Pickleball sweet spot in the center of a paddle. Plus, pickleball players love to meet other pickleball Club, which was founded in 2015 by Bob Webb, who “One thing I've learned about the game is that many players and often serve as ambassadors for the sport, had played table tennis at a high level in San Diego be- seniors really get hooked and cannot play enough,’’ helping raise awareness or organizing tourneys. fore moving to South Baldwin County. Shite said. “It is amazing right now. There is a tournament within “I loved the game, but there was no place to play ex- Pickleball is still considered by some to be the sport of 150 miles just about every week,’’ Shite said. cept for one little court on County Rd. 4,’’ Webb said. grandparents, but it is also gaining in popularity While pickleball is growing fast, its 4.1 million players “There were not many people at first and then the among middle aged folks and athletes who no longer are still a fraction of the 21.5 million who play tennis. snowbirds arrived and we got up to 70 or 80.’’ view it as a major step down from doubles tennis. The growth among the 68 plus million people that iden- Webb spent many hours failing to convince Foley City Shite says pingpong is the sport’s closest cousin. tify as Generation Z (people born between 1997 and Council to donate land for courts adjacent to Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 15 the Farmer’s Market off of County Rd Bieber dropped dead at 84 years old 20, a stone’s throw from the Foley while putting on his sneakers to meet Event Center. friends for round-robin games at a But he was able to convince then church on County Rd. 4. Webb said he Foley Sports Tourism Director Don played with Bieber a couple days prior Staley to paint pickleball stripes on and he was on fire. the floor of the Foley Event Center, “It was the Sunday before he died which eventually led to regional tour- and I had never seen him play so neys at the site. well,’’ Webb said. “He was 84, but he Webb started the casual Coastal Ala- could play the game and he hated to bama Pickleball Assn. in 2015 and it lose. That last game was probably the grew to more best I’ve ever seen him play in the than 700 three years I had known him. He was “We tell people, members, who a fine gentleman.’’ had only to Webb said Bieber’s wife would drop if they want to send Webb him off right at the door of the church their email ad- where they played, as he could not play, we have dress in order walk very well. paddles. We to join. The other players would make sure “I wanted it there was a plush chair for her to sit have balls. to be free to on while cheering for her husband. join,’’ Webb He said his best memory of Bieber Just show up said. “We had and possibly his time spent playing and start play- a club tourney the sport was the time they paired the once a year 84 year old with an eight year old boy ing.’’ with doubles for match play. and mixed “He was a little lefthander and he doubles. That could play with the best of them. We went on for about three years and paired him with Gene as partners and then I turned it over to Eddie.’’ they were just mopping everybody up. Webb drafted architectural plans and It was great,’’ he said. lined up investors to build a 16 court More than playing the sport, Webb covered outdoor stadium type facility misses being around other players. that included a bar and grill and the “Rather than get upset when they possibility of expanding to 32 courts. have to wait “I knew the sport was exploding until they can around the country, but I couldn’t get “It’s easy to play, pickleball anybody to bite,’’ said Webb, who even- players just tually sent his plans to a fellow pickle- learn. There is sit down and ball ambassador who worked in get to know tourism for the City of Opelika, where not a lot of one another,’’ the courts were built and huge tour- running. It’s a he said. “It’s neys are now held monthly. heartwarming The McDonalds would not have sport where to see how moved to Gulf Shores if there was not people smile already an active pickleball scene. you can put an and mingle.’’ Eddie McDonald called Webb, also an eight year old You could official pickleball ambassador, who as- make a point sured him South Baldwin was home to and an 88 year that playing a thriving pickleball community. pickleball is as Little did Webb know at the time that old out there much about he would contract a muscle disorder and it can be lifestyle as it and soon be confined to a wheelchair, is about sport. ending his pickleball career. competitive.’’ Shite agrees Luckily for local players, McDonald wholeheart- was willing to take on a leadership po- edly. “There is sition. definitely a social aspect to it. We have “At the time I did not think I had a good time,’’ he said. long to live and I needed someone to “There is not the learning curve there replace me,’’ Webb said. “Eddie stepped is in tennis or other sports. It’s easy to up and he has just done a marvelous learn. And it’s addictive. It really is,’’ job. He is the perfect person to perpet- added Shite. “There is not a lot of run- uate the sport of pickleball in the area. ning. It’s a sport where you can put an He loves it on the basic level of just eight year old and an 88 year old out loving to play. there and it can be competitive.’’ “And he was able to bring a six state “All my friends in the area originated regional here in the second year he from pickleball,’’ Webb said. “It’s such had the club going. I take my hat off to a social sport and one that anybody him,’’ he added. can play.’’ Webb said to his knowledge, one of McDonald is always ready to spread his club’s original members, Gene the gospel. Bieber, built the first pickleball court “We tell people, if they want to play, in South Baldwin by painting stripes we have paddles. We have balls. Just on an RV parking lot. show up and start playing,’’ he said Page 16 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] AROUND TOWN Webb to speak at Sept. 11 Baldwin Genealogical Society meeting Author and historian Paula L. Webb will speak at the Baldwin County Genealogical Society meeting on Sept.11 at 10 a.m. at the Foley Public Library meeting room (319 East Laurel Ave.). Reser- vations are required by emailing [email protected] with your name. Deadline is Sept. 8. All meetings are open to all interested public. Webb, a tenured librarian at the University of South Alabama, has appeared in many academic publications and wanted to write more about the city she was born in, Mobile. While researching her book, “Mobile Under Siege: Surviving the Union Blockade,” Webb came across a woman unlike any other who lived in the 1800’s. Octavia Walton LeVert, an American so- cialite and writer, became one of the first female southern writers to achieve national recognition with her book,” Souvenirs of Travel”, which recorded her two trips to Europe in the 1850’s. She became Madame Octavia Walton LeVert after she married Henry S. LeVert, MD in 1836 in Mobile. From their elegant house on Peace Lutheran of Gulf Shores sponsors Flags of Peace 9-11 memorial Government Street, she became one of the most widely known so- sacola. This is a ceremony worth seeing on Fri- cialites of the 1850’s. But her Union sympathies during the Civil Flags of Peace will be flying proudly from Sep- day evening. War ended it all. For more info, visit baldwingenealogy.org. tember 9-11 in front of Peace Lutheran Church Entertainers will perform throughout the week- on the Beach Express in Foley. Set in a grid pat- end and there will be food available and a church tern on 7.5 foot poles, the3x5 American Flags will bakery with homemade goodies. A portion of the BaxStrong Golf Tourney/Birthday Bash Sept. 25 at Soldier’s Creek be planted to honor and remember American he- proceeds will go towards our Helping Kids Thrive roes such as first responders, military past and program and the needs of local first responders. Registration is now open for the inaugural BaxStrong Golf Tour- present, and anyone else that flag sponsors For more information about how to become in- nament at the Preserve at Soldier’s Creek Golf Course in Elberta would like to honor with Old Glory! volved, call 251-974-2545 or visit peaceluther- on Sept. 25 at 8 a.m. Teams can register at events.golfstatus.com. “Decorate the flags as you like, let people know anal.org. Peace Lutheran Church is located at The tourney is part of the Baxter’s Birthday Bash fundraiser to who the flag is for,’’ said event chair Karla Thorn- 8250 Roscoe Rd. raise funds for children fighting cancer and BaxStrong Fighter ton. At the end of the event, the flag and pole will be Flights that help residents in Baldwin, Mobile, and surrounding Flags are $35 each and can be purchased available for supporters to take back to their counties with travel for medical needs. through the Church online at peaceluther- home or business. Cost is $35 to sponsor each Baxter’s Birthday Bash starts at 11 a.m. and includes live music, anal.org/fieldofflags or by calling 251-974 2545. flag, and corporate sponsorships are also avail- a silent auction, food, a bounce house, a water slide, face painting, Corporate sponsorships are also available. able. Proceeds will benefit the church’s Helping arts & crafts, family golf competitions and raffles. Over 100 Flags for Peace will be flying the week- Kids Thrive program and local first responder or- For more event or sponsor info, call Brook Duddy at 251-597- end of 9-11. Come and walk through this memo- ganizations. 8211 or visit baxstrong.com rial and read the messages on the flags for the “Everyone remembers where they were when it “We are so excited to celebrate Baxter’s Birthday with the entire people they represent. happened,” Thornton said. “This tragedy brought community and watch Baxter’s legacy grow,’’ said Duddy. Saturday's 9-11 memorial service is set for the us together as families and friends. We called Baxter Lee Duddy, age 8, passed away in August of 2019 after morning with guest speakers and patriotic music. people just to touch base and make sure they bravely battling brain cancer for more than four years. Baxter There will be flag-folding ceremonies, first re- were alright. We came together as a country and was fearless and always had a big smile on his face. He loved sponder demonstrations, and a flag retirement our leaders were behind us. It has been almost swimming, playing hide & seek, cooking, baking, watching You ceremony. After church service on Sunday, pa- 20 years since that unforgettable day. How about Tube kids and shopping. He loved other kids, especially babies trons are invited to take their flags home to keep, being part of an event that will draw folks to- and never missed a chance to hold, kiss, or tickle them. just like the memories of loved ones. gether again?’’ Baxter was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of 4, and en- If you have flags that need to be retired, this Pictured: (l to r) John Thornton, Rachel Savage, dured three major brain and spine surgeries, 102 radiation treat- will be the time to bring them to have them re- Karen Shields, Belinda Johnson, Jimmy Shields, ments and more than 28 chemo sessions. He fought hard tired appropriately by the Jr. Marine Corp of Pen- Karla Thotnton, Judy Melin, Bill Zambito. bouncing back each time, but his little body just couldn’t handle it anymore. The Sept. 25 fundraiser is an opportunity for families to enjoy a great day of golf, camaraderie, prizes, and lots of laughter and fun Foley Library will present Day That Changed The World 9/11 educational exhibit Sept. 7-11 in support of the BaxStrong Foundation, which raises funds and Foley Public Library will participate in Sep- graphs and images of artifacts from the Mu- promotes initiatives to serve the people who need them most. The tember 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the seum’s permanent collection. It explores the foundation sends Baxter's Smile Boxes filled with goodies and en- World, a downloadable educational exhibit that consequences of terrorism on individual lives couragement to children fighting cancer in the United States and presents the history of and communities at the funds BaxStrong Fighter Flights so families can spend less time 9/11, its origins, and its local, national, and inter- traveling to and from treatment facility and more time together. ongoing implications national levels, and en- through the personal sto- courages critical thinking ries of those who wit- about the legacies of 9/11. nessed and survived the Not only can you view the attacks. The interactive 9/11 Memorial posters lo- Ad. Info: mulletwrapper.com exhibit will take place cated in an album, you can Sept 7-11 on the bottom also create Peace Cranes floor of the library during and Hope Leaves to hang regular business hours. on the library’s Tree of Told across 14 mini Peace & Hope. For more posters, this exhibit in- info, call 251-943-7665 or 850-492-5221 cludes archival photo- visit foleylibrary.org. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 17 Page 18 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] AROUND TOWN Gulf Shores Fire/Rescue Jason Aldean back at Wharf Amphitheater Aug. 27-28 Scramble slated Sept. 24 The Wharf Amphitheatere in Orange Beach will host (pictured) Jason Aldean with Hardy, Lainey Wilson and Dee Jay Silver on The First Annual Gulf August 27 & 28. Other ucoming shows include Chris Tomlin with Shores Fire/Rescue Assn. 4- Kari Jobe and Bethel Music on September 2; Person Golf Scramble will be Whiskey Myers September 8 & 9 at The Port; held on Friday, Sept. 24 at Chris Stapleton with The Marcus King Band & Craft Farms Golf Resort. Yola on September 18. Also playing at the Wharf Registration begins at 6 this fall are Jimmy Buffett on Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. a.m., and play begins at 8 and Brooks and Dunn Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. a.m. Cost is $500 per 4-per- Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com, son team. Registration forms by phone at 800-745-3000 or a the Wharf Am- are available on facebook or phitheater Box Office from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. week- can be dropped off to Gulf days and from 10 a.m. ‘til showtims on concert Shores Fire Station 1 lo- days. cated at 1921 West First St. Aldean may even show up at the Flora-Bama during his stop, as For more info, call Brandon he has six days to get to Orange Beach from his Aug. 20 show in Thomas at 251-215-9208 Atlanta. The multi-platinum entertainer announced the his sum- ([email protected]) mer tour from the stage at his Bonneroo Live set. or Micheal Lucas at 251- “It’s been emotional being back on stage with my band for the 269-1082 or mlucas@gulf- first time in a year this weekend,” he said. “It’s made us all even shoresal.gov. more ready to get back to life as we all know it. Being on the road makes all of us – the band, the crew and me – happy and I haven’t Orange Beach potlucks felt this excited about going on tour in 15 years.” will return on Sept. 6 Orange Beach’s monthly Gulf Coast Model A Club meets Aug. 28 in Elberta potluck dinners will be re- suming for the season on The Gulf Coast Model A Club will be meeting at The Baldwin Sept. 6 at the Orange Beach County Heritage Museum in Elberta (25521 US Hwy. 98) on Sat- Community Center. Doors urday, Aug. 28 at 11 a.m. “We are Model 'A' Ford enthusiasts who open at 6 p.m. Dinner starts restore and enjoy touring with these old cars,’’ said member Jim at 6:30 p.m. and a program Quinlan. For more info, call 727-265-0381 or visit gulfcoastmod- will start at 7 p.m. Everyone elaclub.net. Pictured: Susan Bergen test drives a 1928 Model 'A' is invited; just bring a side Phaeton at the July Model A Club meeting. dish to share for 8 to 10 peo- ple. The Orange Beach Com- munity Center is located at 27235 Canal Rd. If you are Shrimp Fest Golf Challenge For Education is Sept. 10 unable to bring anything, cost for the meal is $5. Mem- The National Shrimp Festival's Golf Challenge for Edu- bership dues are $13 for a single and $25 for a family, cation, after record breaking participation in 2020, is of- and anyone is welcome to fering a choice of 8 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. starting times this join the Orange Beach Com- year. The tourney is at Cotton Creek Course at Craft Farms munity Association on the in Gulf Shores on Friday, September 10. Players can sign first Monday of each month up as foursomes or individuals. The tourney rotates be- from September thru May. False Identity among performers at Bacon & Brew Bash tween local courses, and it offers golfers fun activities, food, and drinks between holes. Info: mygulfcoastchamber.com. The Bacon & Brew Music Bash Triathlon & Try-It-On is coming to Heritage Park in Schedule Foley on August 28. The event is Sept. 11 in Gulf Shores from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., with all Connect To Coast outreach Aug. 26 at Big Beach Brewery 10 - Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute food and snack vendors offering bacon menu items. Entry fee is Big Beach Brewing Company (300 East 24th Ave. in The Brett/Robinson Ala- 12:30 – Bacon Eating Contest 1 - False Identity $5. Enjoy a large number of art Gulf Shores) will host an Alabama Coastal Foundation bama Coastal Triathlon and craft vendors, huge kids’ Connect To Your Coast outreach event on Aug. 26 begin- and Tri-It-On sprint will 2 - Beer Stein Stacking zone, and live music throughout ning at noon. Join the ACF staff for some locally brewed be held Sept. 11 at the 3 - Water Balloon Toss the day. Experience everything beverages and learn how you can help our coastal envi- Gulf Place Public Beach. 4 - Beer Stein Holding bacon, and build forever memo- ronment in the upper part of the Tensaw Delta water- The Olympic and sprint 4 - Bon Jovi Tribute Band ries at this year’s bash. Heritage shed. races are designated as 5 - Bacon Eating Contest Park is located at 200 N. McKen- zie St. Info: BestFloridaFest.com Since 1993, the ACF)has worked to create a healthy bal- the USA Triathlon 2021 Alabama State Champi- or 352-875-6499. ance between the conserving priceless coastal resources Pictured: False Identity plays in the 1 p.m. slot at the Bacon & Brew from the inevitable pressures of economic growth by en- onships for age group cat- Bash. The band has built a strong and loyal community of fans since couraging citizens to play an active role in preserving the egories and high school they formed in 2019. Covering all forms of popular music as well as environment and our coastal way of life. More ACF info: triathletes. Info: visit hits from decades past, they are a full-time, professional gigging 251-990-6002 or joinACF.org. GSOBsports. com. band. (More info: falseidentityband.com). Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 1 Page 20 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING WED, AUG 25 times during the day when a tide change, or shift • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible IER HORE ISHING UTLOOK in the wind or amount of cloud cover can spur a Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido P & S F O good bite as well, though not always with lures. Key. • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 BY DAVID “THE PIERPOUNDER” THORNTON Savvy anglers know how to anticipate these p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; events and be in a position to take advantage of Perdido Key. • Josh Newcom: 5; Woodside Restaurant Several challenges await late summer from- the situation. Most who use live bait will catch some prior to at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. shore anglers in our area. But a myriad of options • Jesse Duncan: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; and species are still available to bend the rod and a feeding event either in a 3/8 inch mesh castnet, Gulf Shores. or red ribbon rig. A 5 gallon bucket with a bat- • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; grace the plate of those anglers willing to put in Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf a little time (and sweat). Avoiding the searing tery powered aerator can keep several dozen baitfish alive for most of the day. Keeping it cov- Shores; (new members welcome). heat of midday is the • Jenna McClelland: 7; Stephi Cocktails / most obvious way to be ered with a towel will help keep the water tem- Cuisine; Orange Beach. perature lower in the bucket, and prevent • Joey Winters: 5; Th Angry Crab; Orange successful. Even the Beach. fish have adapted to stealthy blue herons from stealing your bait. A properly hooked baitfish does most of the • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live use the shadows of Bait; Orange Beach. piers, bridges and pil- work for the angler. That cuts down on the • Delta Donnie: 6; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. • Brittany Grimes: 6: Tacky Jacks, Or- ings to avoid being amount of exertion and number of casts the an- gler has to make in the heat. An important vari- ange Beach. eaten while looking for • Brent Burns: 6; Ginny Lane; Orange a meal themselves. able for 'old guys' like me ;-). Beach. There are several ways to hook an LY, and the • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby Predatory species like Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange speckled trout, redfish, best depends on how you are fishing it. These methods may be used with or without a small Beach. and bluefish often hide NOAA saltwater picture contest • Anthony Oliver: 6; Live Bait; Orange styrofoam float. Hook an LY through the clear in the shadows near NOAA Fisheries and Saltwater Beach. spot above the 'nose' if you expect to cast it re- Sportsman are sponsoring the Fa- • Open Mic: 5; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. the pier or jetty, or • Mason Henderson’s Saucy Fuzz: 9; The even under the bridges. And others like man- peatedly and retrieve in a current. Hooked vorite Catch Photo Contest 2.0 to give through the back, the baitfish tends to swim American anglers a chance to show Undertow; Orange Beach. grove snapper and flounder are often found on • Gary Story & Friends: 8; Sandshaker at away from the tension. But hooking an LY un- their passion for sustainable saltwa- the shadowy side of piling and rocks, waiting to ter recreational fishing. The winning The Wharf; Orange Beach. derneath (through the ventral fins) is a good com- submission will receive a weekend of • Scott Koehn Project: 6; OSO; Orange ambush hapless baitfish. Beach. The current tide cycle (fortnight) begins with a promise. This encourages the baitfish to swim guided fishing in the Florida Keys down in the water column, plus any tension on (lodging included). The contest will • Karaoke: 7; Bar 45 at ONE CLUB, Gulf NEAP tide period August 25 – 27. So, we can ex- Shores. the line makes the silver sided LY turn on it's close on December 31, 2021, and only pect much less water movement in the passes at non-commercial work will be ac- • John Joiner & Darrel Roberts: 6; Hub Stacy’s, Innerarity Point. these times. And very little change in sea level side and struggle more to remain upright. The cepted. More info: saltwatersports- flashing and struggling baitfish looks like an man. com. Pictured: The winning • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; Pappa along the beaches these days, barring any strong Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. easy meal to nearby predators. photo in the 2020 contest features 12 wind events. NEAP tides do not usually affect the year-old Krieger, who is holding his • Artie Hopkins: 5; American Legion Post What kind of hook to use, and how to hook the dream fish (tarpon). 99; Foley. bite at the Gulf State Park Pier so much. Espe- • Gulf Shores Lions Club: noon; 2nd & cially for pelagic species like spanish mackerel bait depends on the intended species. While 2X and jacks which are more attuned to the avail- #6 or #8 treble hooks work well for trout and slot ability of food nearby. redfish, the short shank hook is more easily bit- This time of year, two to three inch long young- ten off by toothy bluefish and spanish mackerel. of-the-year Scaled and False herring (called LYs) So when they are around, the angler should use abound in the surfzone and passes. They are the a leader made of heavy monofilament (30# to primary food source for a variety of fish species, 60#), or light single strand wire. Long shank sin- eager to gobble up as many of these as they can gle hooks (like a #4 or #2 Tru-turn) work well too. in anticipation of 'leaner' times ahead. Most of And may even be more effective and less visible the time you can locate large schools of the small to the fish which often strike these baits with LYs, the larger gamefish won't be far away. It is abandon. Hopefully, these tips will help you from usually just a matter of time before the condi- getting overheated, and catch more fish in the tions in the water and in the sky result in a process! bonafide 'chew down'. The trick is when to be We have been quite fortunate to avoid the worst there, and be prepared. from the tropical season so far. But the busiest The hours around dawn and dusk are often part of the hurricane season (historically) is upon quite productive for fishermen to take advantage us. So while we have a lot to be thankful for, there of these transient feeding frenzies, especially is a lot more to pray for. Stay safe and bowed up! when using artificial lures. But there may be Pictured: A nice catch on a typical LY rig. Guided GSP Pier tours every Friday morning through Sept. Guided pier walks at Gulf State Park will continue every Friday through the end of September at 9 a.m. Join one of the Gulf State Park naturalists for an exclusive tour of the pier and learn all about the history and excitement of this resilient landmark. Cost is $3 per vehicle to park at the pier for two hours and there is a $2 sightseeing fee per person if you are not staying in Gulf State Park. Campground guests, Learning Campus bunkhouse guests, and cabin/cottage guests can parking & sightsee on the pier for free. Lodge guests pay only $3 the parking fee per vehicle. The tour meets at the picnic tables across from the tackle shop and the tour is weather dependent. Gulf State Park staff has also scheduled a campout on the beach by the pier on Sept. 18 and the GSP Turtle Fest on Sept. 25. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 21 Page 22 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING 4th Wednesday; noon; Adult Activity Center, Gulf • Tim Roberts: 6; The Tin Top Restaurant, Bon Sec- Shores; 251-968-2823. our. • BBRC Running Club: 5:30 p.m.; Big Beach Brew- • Razor Hawk: 6; Hub Stacey’s at the Point; Innerar- ery in Gulf Shores. ity Point. • Karaoke & League Pool: 7:30; The Office, Foley. • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby Lounge at Per- • Bingo: 10 a.m.; American Legion Post 99; Foley. dido Beach Resort, Orange Beach. • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:15 a.m.; all levels • Elaine Petty: 6; Live Bait; Orange Beach. welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Center. • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live Bait; Or- • Food Bank: 9-11 a.m every Wednesday, Perdido ange Beach. Bay Baptist Church, 12600 Sorrento Rd. Pensacola; • Late Night DJ’s: 9; The Club at Live Bait; Orange call for eligiblity requirements at (850) 492-2604. Beach. • Bread Ministry: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Orange Beach • Karaoke: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. United Methodist Church Brook's Center. • Bar Trivia Night: 5; Bar 45 Lounge at ONE CLUB, • Food Ministry For Hungry Families: noon-1 p.m.; Gulf Shores. Grace Lutheran Church, corner of West 23rd Ave. • Karaoke w. Kelly: 8; Sandshaker at The Wharf; Or- and West 4th St. in Gulf Shores; 251-968-5991. ange Beach. • Gulf Shores Lions Club: noon; 2nd & 4th Wednes- • Karaoke: 9; The Undertow; Orange Beach. day; noon; Adult Activity Center; 251-968-2823. • Bridge: 11:30 a.m.; Orange Beach Senior Center, • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Center, 251-981-3440. 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- • Kid Friendly Bingo: 6-8 p.m; drinks & snacks sacola. available to purchase; Bear Point Civic Assn; Orange Beach. THU, AUG 26 • Bingo: 5; open to all; Amvets Post 2018; 13085 Wis- • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible Probables: consin St.; Elberta. Schedule on Page 28; Perdido Key. • Texas Hold ‘em: 7; The Office, Foley. • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 p.m.; free; • Baldwin Senior Softball Group: 10 a.m.; 50 and family friendly; Flora-Bama; Perdido Key. over; • Clue: 7:30; South Baldwin Community Theatre; Gulf Shores; 251-968-6721. • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf Shores; (new mem- AD INFO bers welcome). • Jason Treuman: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; Gulf Shores. • Rebecca Barry: 5; Th Angry Crab; Orange Beach. • Mel Knapp: 5; Woodside Restaurant at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. 850-492-5221 • Tyler Ward: 7; Stephi Cocktails / Cuisine; Orange Beach. • Candy & Matt: 4; Sassy Bass Amazin’ Grill, Fort Morgan. mulletwrapper.com • JJ Mack: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange Beach. • Karaoke w. Howard: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 23 Page 24 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 25 Page 26 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING 10.am.; call 225/313-8516 for info & loca- The Wharf; Orange Beach. • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby tion. • Bo Grant: 7; Papa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange • Marine Corps League of South Baldwin • Chase Brown: 5; Perch Restaurant at Beach. County: 6 p.m. on 4th Thursday; The Gulf The Lodge at Gulf State Park; Gulf • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live Bowl, 2881 S. Jupiter St., Foley; current Shores. Bait; Orange Beach. and former Marines and Corpsman wel- • Charlie Wilson: 5; Woodside Restaurant • Karaoke w. Kelly Ann: 6; American Le- come. at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. gion Post 99; Foley. • Rotary Club of Gulf Shores/Orange • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:15 a.m.; Beach: noon; Gulf Shores Golf Club; visit- Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis ing Rotarians and guests invited. Shores; (new members welcome). Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and • Gulf Shores United Methodist Church • Ronnie Presley: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; West 2nd St. Bread Ministry: 9-10; every Thursday; Gulf Shores. • Bingo: 5:30; Veterans of Foreign Wars room 103 on the south campus, next to • Amanda Donald & Katrina Kolb: 7; Post 5659; Elberta. Crossroad; 251 968-2411. Stephi Cocktails / Cuisine; Orange • Alcoholics Anonymous: noon; Perdido • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Beach. Bay UMC Worship Center; 13660 Inner- Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Travis Bowlin: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf arity Pt. Rd.; 850-492-3056 or 492-6362. nerarity Point) Pensacola. Shores. • Matt & Candy: 6; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Mor- SAT, AUG 28 FRI, AUG 27 gan. • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • TBA: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange Beach. Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido • Jesse Bumann: 5; Th Angry Crab; Or- Key. Key. ange Beach. • Legends In Concert: 4 & 7:30; tributes • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 • Denise D’Angelo: 5; Carver’s Steakhouse; to Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; Orange Beach. Presley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. Perdido Key. • Mid-Life Crisis: 9; Sandshaker at The • Bacon & Brew Music Bash: 10 a.m. til; • Hooked on a Cure Fishing Tournament Wharf; Orange Beach. Heritage Park; Foley. Captains Party: 6; OSO at Bear Point • High Times: 7; Hub Stacey’s at the • Hooked on a Cure Fishing Tournament: Harbor; Orange Beach; 251-345-6738. Point; Innerarity Point. OSO at Bear Point Harbor; Orange • Clue: 7:30; South Baldwin Community • Charlie & The Hammerheads: 5; Live Beach; 251-345-6738. Theatre; Gulf Shores; 251-968-6721. Bait; Orange Beach. • Clue: 7:30; South Baldwin Community • Jason Aldean w. Hardy, Lainey Wilson, • Late Night DJ’s: 9; The Club at Live Theatre; Gulf Shores; 251-968-6721. Dee Jay Silver: 7; The Amphitheater at Bait; Orange Beach. • Gulf Coast Model 'A' Club: 11; Baldwin

Miss Flora-Bama Bikini Contest finale Sept. 4 All ladies who placed 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in the previous bikini contests this year come back to compete for the ultimate title of Miss Flora- Bama 2021 and $5000 cash on Sept. 4 at 3 p.m. on the tent stage at the world famous Lounge on the Line. More info: florabama.com.

OWA’s Legends Theatre first ever all-women show opens Sept. 14 Tribute to Celine Dion, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston & Cyndi Lauper continues thru October Legends in Concert and OWA Theater are ton, performed by Trina Johnson Finn. ready to kick off the fall season with a first- The fall show series at OWA Theater will ever all female lineup. The Queen of Rock n’ run Sept. 14 - Oct. 31. Shows are Tuesday Roll, a winner of Grammys, Emmys and through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., with week- Tonys, the Queen of Adult Contemporary, end matinee performances on Sundays at 3 Chicago fusion band Sneezy at Big Beach Brewery Sept. 3 and The Voice will be on stage together in p.m. Tickets are currently on sale, and can The Chicago-based band Sneezy will be at Big Beach Brewery in Gulf Coastal Alabama starting September 14. be purchased at VisitOWA.com/Tickets or by Shores on Sept. 3 in support of its album "Open Doors." Showtime is 6 The show will feature not only the world’s calling 251-369-6100. Group discounts for p.m. and there is no cover charge. The fusion band blends pop, reggae, hip greatest tribute artists, but also high-energy 10+ are also available. hop, and rock influences to create music with a natural summery, sun- dancers, back-up vocalists, a live band, mag- Since its debut in 1983, Legends in Con- shine feel to it. The six members have been building musical chemistry to- gether for over a decade, and spent that past year in quarantine making nificent costumes, elaborate theatrical sets, cert has earned countless entertainment in- the new album. a full array of incredible special effects, and dustry awards including “Show of the Year," Their live performances are best characterized by engulfing grooves, much more. "Entertainers of the Year," "Grand Slam," crowd interaction, and occasional freak dancing. Their neo-soul under- Fans will love these babes of the beat led and the prestigious "Show of Shows" tone provides a little something extra to their music and creates an in- fectious, addicting rhythm that you'll be glad to have stuck in your head by Lori Mitchell Gay’s Simply The Best por- awarded by the International Press Associ- “This pandemic certainly has changed our perspective on everything but trayal of Tina Turner, while Nellie Norris ation and was most recently awarded the most notably how much energy people give us. Once live music ended for shows her True Colors as she pays homage 2018 “Casino Production Show of the Year,” a time, all of us felt the pain from it. We’ve learned that we love each other to Cyndi Lauper. No one will be Taking at the sixth annual Casino Entertainment and playing together. But at the end of the day, sharing our music with our audiences is what really gives us the biggest source of joy as a group. Chances coming to see Elisa Furr’s debut in Awards, presented by The Global Gaming The people we play to are what makes us whole and we are so grateful to Foley as Celine Dion, while she shares the Expo (G2E). For more info: Visit OWA.com be able to play live shows again,” the band stated in a press release. stage with the incomparable Whitney Hous- or LegendsInConcert.com. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 27 Page 28 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 29 Page 30 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 31 Page 32 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 33 Page 34 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING County Heritage Museum,Elberta; 727- nerarity Point) Pensacola. 265-0381 or gulfcoastmodelaclub.net. • Ladies AA: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.; Perdido • Jason Aldean w. Hardy, Lainey Wilson, Bay UMC Worship Center, 13660 Inner- Dee Jay Silver: 7; The Amphitheater at arity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- The Wharf; Orange Beach. sacola. • Bo Grant: 7; Papa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. • Charlie & The Hammerheads: 7 ‘til; SUN, AUG 29 Live Bait; Orange Beach. • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • Charlie Wilson: 5; Woodside Restaurant Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. Key. • Sand Bar Jam; 1-4 p.m.; Pirates Cove; • Legends In Concert: 4 p.m.; tributes to Josephine. Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- • Shea White & Karl Langley: 5; Lucy Buf- ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. fett’s Lulu’s; Gulf Shores. • Clue: 2:30; South Baldwin Community • Soul Food Junkies: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Theatre; Gulf Shores; 251-968-6721. Shores. • Strickly Rivers: 7; Papa Rocco’s; Gulf • Jay Magginson: 11 a.m.: Tacky Jacks, Shores. Orange Beach. • Karaoke on the Tiki Deck: 7 ‘til; Live • JJ Mack: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange Beach. Bait; Orange Beach. • Wiley Pete: 7; Stephi Cocktails-Cuisine; • Charlie Wilson: 5; Woodside Restaurant Orange Beach. at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. • Amanda Pruett: 5; Th Angry Crab; Or- • Sand Bar Jam; 1-4 p.m.; Pirates Cove; ange Beach. Josephine. • Gypsy Pearl: 5; Rotolo’s Pizzeria; • Jonathan Puzan: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; Fairhope. Gulf Shores. • Jason Trueman: 5; Carver’s Steakhouse; • David Michael Lee: 5; Th Angry Crab; Orange Beach. Orange Beach. • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby • Al P. McNab: 5; Carver’s Steakhouse; Or- Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange ange Beach. Beach. • Bruce Smelley: 5; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Mor- • Mid-Life Crisis: 9; Sandshaker at The gan. New members invited to Gulf Shores Garden Club kick-off meeting Sept. 1 at Adult Activity Center Wharf; Orange Beach. • Hippie Jim: 11 a.m.: Tacky Jacks, Or- • Destiny Brown: 5; Perch Restaurant at ange Beach. The Lodge at Gulf State Park; Gulf • Les Linton: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange The Gulf Shores Garden Club’s annual kickoff meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sep- Shores. Beach. tember 1 at 9:30 a.m. at the Adult Activity Center, located at 260 Club House Drive. Stafaf • Kristi Dees & Bad Juju: 7; Hub Stacey’s • Bends & Brews Yoga: 11 a.m.; in the from the Gulf Shores Planning Office will present updates on trees, plantings, and con- at the Point; Innerarity Point. courtyard; Big Beach Brewery; Gulf • Charlie & The Hammerheads: 7; Live Shores. servation. Club members that have the time always meet for lunch at a local restaurant fol- Bait; Orange Beach. • Coconut Radio: 2; Sassy Bass Amazin’ lowing the meeting. The club provides members with opportunities to gain new ideas in • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live Grill, Fort Morgan. Bait; Orange Beach. • Lisa Zanghi: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby gardening, floral design and landscaping. Having fun, making new friends and participat- • Late Night DJ’s: 9; The Club at Live Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange ing in local civic projects are part of what makes members of the club part of a special Bait; Orange Beach. Beach. group. Guests and new members are always welcome. For more club information, visit gs- • Stone Country: 6:30; American Legion • The Defrosters: 2; Flying Harpoon II; Post 99; Foley. Orange Beach. gardenclub.com or facebook. • The Defrosters: 2; Flying Harpoon II; • John Joiner & Friends: 4; Hub Stacy’s; Pictured: Garden Club members at the ribbon cutting for the City of Gulf Shores sensory Orange Beach. Innerarity Point. • Karaoke: 9; The Undertow; Orange • Danny Grady: 2; Fraternal Order of Ea- garden at the corner of West 2nd St. and West 19th Ave. in October of 2019. The project was Beach. gles; Foley. funded by a $3,500 donation from the Gulf Shores Garden Club to provide opportunities for • Karaoke w. Howard: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. • League Pool: 7; The Office, Foley. citizens of all ages to enjoy a garden intentionally designed to be experienced through each Morgan. • AA: 5 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Texas Hold ‘em: 7; The Office, Foley. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- of the five senses. The garden includes plum, blueberry, kale, guava, cilantro, mexican • Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fisher- nerarity Point) Pensacola. heather, rosemary and other fragrant flowers and plants. mans Market: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 20733 Mi- flin Rd. (County Rd. 20), Foley. MON, AUG 30 • AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido nerarity Point) Pensacola. Key. • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf

Ad. Info: mulletwrapper.com ORANGE BEACH GARDEN CLUB YARDS OF THE MONTH: The Orange Beach Garden Club September 2021 Res- idential Yard of the Month was awarded to Michael and Rena Roberto, of 5138 Pine Road (pictured above with club member Susan Grant). The OBGC’s Sept. Business Yard of the Month is Turquoise Place at 26302 Perdido Beach Blvd. (Candace Burgin, direc- 850-492-5221 tor, is pictured with club member Becky Zerby). Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 35

f Page 36 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Shores; (new members welcome). Shores, 616 Ft. Morgan Rd.; 251- • Chase Brown: 5; Woodside 709-5907. Restaurant at Gulf State Park; • Celebrate Recovery: (Christ Gulf Shores. centered 12 step program); Mon- Faye Makarsky tells the stories of local Ancient Aviators • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: day evenings at 6 p.m.; Christian 8; Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Life Church in Orange Beach; By Fran Thompson 102-year-old man who could still her, as will some of the stories • Sandy Roots Songwriters 251-967-4840. Retired Army Major Faye describe every nut and bolt on a that were told off-the-record dur- Night: 6; Purple Parrot Tiki Bar; • T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sen- Perdido Key. sibly): weigh-in 5:30; meeting 6; Makarsky introduced her just T-34 (Len Cobb), a man who flew ing her interviews. • Garrett Howell: 5; Lucy Buffett’s First Presbyterian Church of published book profiling mem- The Hump (Bob Clifford), a man She said she especially enjoyed Lulu’s; Gulf Shores. Foley; (Berry & Highway 59). bers of the Gulf Shores based An- who had to bail out of a C-46 over hearing a story from Chris • Open Mic w/Davo: 7; Sand- • Alcoholics Anonymous: noon; shaker at The Wharf; Orange Perdido Bay UMC Activities Cen- cient Aviators Club of South the mountains of Korea (Ivan Haines about lying about his age Beach. ter; 13660 Innerarity Pt. Rd.; Alabama dur- Turner), an Imperial Iranian Air to get a student pilot’s certificate • Open Mic w/Chris Beverly: 7; 850-492-3056 or 492-6362. ing the club’s Force colonel who barely got out only to have his mother inadver- OSO; Orange Beach. • Alcoholics Anonymous and • Charlie Wilson: 6: Tacky Jacks, Alanon: Holy Spirit Episcopal August meet- of the country with his life (Cy tently spill the beans during a Orange Beach. Church in Gulf Shores at noon; ing at Ameri- Farrah), an air traffic controller chance encounter with Haines’ • Bingo: 6; American LegionPost Alanon at Orange Beach Presby- can Legion who spent his career helping pi- commander, who determined he 99, Gulf Shores. terian Church in Orange Beach • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: at 7 p.m.; 800-477-1104. Post 44 in lots get out of dangerous situa- could not even officially dis- 7:15 a.m.; all levels welcome; • Ladies AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Gulf Shores. tions (Clay Steinacker), a man charge him from the Navy Re- Gulf Shores Tennis Center; cor- Bay UMC Activities Center, (The group who flew an experimental heli- serve because he was too young ner of West 19th Ave. and West 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- 2nd St. nerarity Point) Pensacola. meets the copter into North Vietnam (Dan to officially be there in the first • League Pool: 7; The Office, • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC first Tuesday Smith). place. Haynes would go on to Foley. Worship Center, 13660 Innerar- of each Makarsky recorded those sto- have a highly decorated aviation • Overeaters Anonymous: 6; Holy ity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. month). ries and many others simply be- career. Spirit Episcopal Church; Gulf Makarsky, a cause she believes they deserve Makarsky said she put the sto- Mobile native to be chronicled. If she didn’t do ries in writing to let more Ameri- who attended it, who would? cans know what they went Author Jim Corum to discuss “Norway 1940’’ Sept. 7 South Ala- “I asked many of them if they through to ensure that our coun- Author Jim Corum will talk about his book, “Norway bama on an ROTC scholarship, ever talked to their kids or try remains free. 1940,’’ at the Sept. 7 Ancient Aviators of South Alabama considers herself fortunate that grandkids about what they did. The book will also serve as an gathering at American Legion Post 44 in Gulf Shores. The her dream of flying became a re- ‘No,’ they said. How sad it would example that those with determi- group meets the first Tuesday of each month. A full break- ality in 1977. Her 30 year career be to lose these stories,’’ she re- nation, drive and the will to suc- fast is avialable for $6 at 8:30 a.m., with the meeting fol- in aviation included a stint lead- called. lowing at 9 a.m. All are welcome. The Ancient Aviators ceed can make their ambitions a group, formed in 2002, gives aviators and others a chance ing the Texas National Guard She started interviewing club reality, noting that several of the to “tell their story.” Info: [email protected] or 251-990- Chinook Company and 11 years members for her book in Septem- men profiled did not realize their 8258 or 210-912-2058. with the Federal Aviation Admin- ber of 2017, a month after mov- dream to fly until later in life. Corum specializes in books about operational air power hi istration ing to Gulf Shores from It wasn’t always easy schedul- tory. In a previous presentation to the group, he talked Like most in her group, she ap- Oklahoma. It was made available ing times at coffee shops or their about Nazi Germany's involvement in the Spanish Civil War in the late 1930's. For the Nazi regime, that war pro- preciates exchanging stories in on Amazon just last month. homes around town and around vided a valuable proving ground for its newly developed the company of others who, like “People ask me why did it take schedules. aircraft, armaments and tactics, which were used in Ger- her, love the sound of aircraft en- four years. Well, it’s next to im- “Have you ever tried to chase many's war in Scandinavia, the subject of Jim's lastest gines and the smell of aviation possible to get a bunch of mostly down a retired guy? They stay book. fuel. 80 year old men to sit down and busy,’’ Makarsky said. “I'm not At the August Ancient Aviator meeting, MajGen Janet It was with that in mind that talk between bowling and golfing tech savvy and really don't care Cobb outlined the history of how the USS Alabama proba- bly would not have ended up as a musuem if local school- she started the project that led to and fishing with their grandkids, to sit too long at a computer. If it children had not raised $100,000, mostly in small change, the publication of her book, The plus doctor’s appointments doesn't do what I tell it to do, it to provide the seed money for the campaign. Ancient Aviators of South Ala- thrown in there along the way,’’ may be days before I try again. bama, which rehashes memories she said. “I have simply put their words from 30 club members, including The author, an English major on paper. You cannot make this herself, over the course of 228 who had previously edited avia- stuff up. I am extremely proud of pages. Six of the men she profiled tion manuals, said every single the book and I hope the guys in passed away in 2019. one of the men she interviewed the book are proud of it,’’ she Imagine sitting in a room with a made a point that will stick with added. Ancient Aviators profiled in Makarsky’s book • Faye Makarsky, MAJ, Army, Gulf Shores (pictured) • Don Oullette, E4, U.S. Army, Daphne • Len Cobb, PFC, U.S. Army, Pensacola • Price Legg, Airman, AL Air Nat’l Guard, Lillian • Bob Clifford, LT, U.S. Army Air Corps, Fairhope • Dick Keller, Daphne • Dan Keller, LTC, U.S. Marines, Orange Beach • Clay Steinacker, E4, U.S. Air Force, Gulf Shores • Art Perez, Ensign, Navy Reserve, Spanish Fort • Verne Askegard, LT, U.S. Navy, Fairhope • Jerry Lindenmuth, SSGT, Air Force, Pensacola • Fred Robinson, E5, U.S. Navy, Foley • Ivan Turner, CPT, U.S. Air Force, Fairhope • Massey Lambard, Cpt, AL Air Nat. Guard, Foley • Paul Savage, CPT, U.S. Air Force, Gulf Shores • Tom Poe, LTC, U.S. Air Force Reserves, Foley • Ken Fletcher, CPT, U.S. Army, Gulf Shores • David DeMeyer, LTJG, U.S. Navy, Gulf Shores • Chris Haynes, Seaman, Navy Reserves, Foley • Lou Plotz, LT, U.S. Navy, Gulf Shores • Dave Thompson, Corporal, U.S. Army, Pensacola • Pete Peterson, CPT, U.S. Navy, Orange Beach • Jack Pipa, Major, U.S. Marines, Magnolia Springs • Lee Shelton, COL, U.S. Air Force, Fairhope • Cy Farrah, COL, Iranian Air Force, Foley • Dan Smith, CW3, U.S. Army, Bon Secour • Dick Bensman, LTJG, U.S. Navy, Fairhope • Wally Lindenmuth, SGT, U.S. Air Force, Pensacola • Gene Bohlman, E4, U.S. Army, Mobile • Sam Winefordner, Gulf Shores Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 37 WHAT’S HAPPENING • Bingo: 5; 45 Restaurant & Bar; One ange Beach. • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; Sorrento Rd. Pensacola; call for eligiblity Club, Gulf Shores. • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. requirements at (850) 492-2604. TUE, AUG 31 • JW Karaoke: 6; Hub Stacy’s, Innerarity Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange • BBRC Running Club: 5:30 p.m.; Big • Gulf Shores Garden Club: 9:30 a.m.; • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible Point. Beach. Beach Brewery in Gulf Shores; lafleet- first Wednesday of each month Septem- Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; • Lefty Collins: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; feet.com. ber thru May; Gulf Shores Adult Activity Key. Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Gulf Shores. • Karaoke & League Pool: 7:30; The Of- Center; new members and guests always • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 • Karaoke w. Kelly: 7:30; Sandshaker at • Jonathan Newton: 5; Woodside Restau- fice, Foley. welcome; 251-233-3375. p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; The Wharf; Orange Beach. rant at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. • Bingo: 10 a.m.; American Legion Post • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Perdido Key. • Pool Tourney: 7; Snapper’s; Orange • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live 99; Foley. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Legends In Concert: 7:30; tributes to Beach. Bait; Orange Beach. • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:15 a.m.; nerarity Point) Pensacola. Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- • Texas Hold ‘em: 7; The Office, Foley. • Jenna McClelland: 7; Stephi Cocktails / all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis • AA: 7:30 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Wor- ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. • Foley Kiwanis Club: noon; Vallarta's, Cuisine; Orange Beach. Center. ship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; 1145 S. McKenzie St., Foley; 859-771- • Anthony Oliver: 6; Live Bait; Orange • Food Ministry at Morgan's Chapel (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf 6091. Beach. United Methodist Church: 8-9 a.m.; 6325 Shores; (new members welcome). • Jay Magginson: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange Cty Rd 10, Bon Secour, (across from Swift THU, SEPT 2 • Austin Thompson: 5; Woodside Restau- Beach. School); 251-979-2005. • Paw Paw’s Medicine Cabinet: 6; free; rant at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. WED, SEPT 1 • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • Chase Brown: 6: Tacky Jacks, Fort Mor- • Prayer Shawl Ministry: Noon; Perdido Gulf Shores Sunset Concert Series; Gulf • Light Travelers: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido gan. Bay UMC Activities Center, 13660 Inner- Shores Public Beach. Gulf Shores. Key. • Mason Henderson’s Saucy Fuzz: 9; The arity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- • Chris Tomlin with special guests Kari • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 Undertow; Orange Beach. sacola. Jobe and Bethel Music: 7; The Wharf Am- Bait; Orange Beach. p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; • Open Mic: 5; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. • Food Ministry For Hungry Families: phitheater; Orange Beach. • Jayson Harper: 6; Live Bait; Orange Perdido Key. • Scott Koehn Project: 6; OSO; Orange noon-1 p.m.; Grace Lutheran Church, • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible Beach. • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; Beach. corner of West 23rd Ave. and West 4th St. Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido • Tim Roberts: 6; Tacky Jacks, Fort Mor- Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf • Gary Story & Friends: 7; Sandshaker in Gulf Shores; 251-968-5991. Key. gan. Shores; (new members welcome). at The Wharf; Orange Beach. • Bread Ministry: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Or- • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 • Jerry Gambino: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange • Legends In Concert: 7:30; tributes to • Karaoke: 7; Bar 45 at ONE CLUB, Gulf ange Beach United Methodist Church p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; Beach. Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- Shores. Brook's Center. Perdido Key. • The Chris Beverly Experience: 9; The ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. • John Joiner & Darrel Roberts: 7; Hub • Food Bank: 9 - 11 a.m every Wednes- • Legends In Concert: 7:30; tributes to Undertow; Orange Beach. • Joey Collins: 5; The Angry Crab; Or- Stacy’s, Innerarity Point. day, Perdido Bay Baptist Church, 12600 Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- Page 38 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. • Bar Trivia Night: 5; Bar 45 Lounge at room 103 on the south campus, next to • Wiley Pete: 5; The Angry Crab; Orange ONE CLUB, Gulf Shores. Crossroad; 251 968-2411. Beach. • Karaoke: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. • Grief Support Group: noon-1:30 p.m.; • Marcus Elizondo: noon; The Outside • Karaoke w. Kelly: 8; Sandshaker at The First Presbyterian Church of Foley; 195 COOKIN’ WITH CAROLYN Pool Deck at Perdido Beach Resort, Or- Wharf; Orange Beach. E. Berry Ave.; for all who are grieving; ange Beach. • Karaoke w. Howard: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. 943-8325. • Jimmy Maraventano: 4; Sassy Bass Morgan. • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Amazin’ Grill, Fort Morgan. • Karaoke: 9; The Undertow; Orange Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- BY CAROLYN GODFREY • Jonathan Puzan: 5; Woodside Restau- Beach. nerarity Point) Pensacola. rant at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. • Danny Grady: 2; Fraternal Order of Ea- • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • JERI: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; Gulf gles; Foley. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Shores. • Tim Roberts: 6; The Tin Top Restau- nerarity Point) Pensacola. Praline-Pecan French Toast • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; rant, Bon Secour. 1 (16-oz.) French bread loaf Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf • Skyline Kings: 6; Hub Stacey’s at the FRI, SEPT 3 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar Shores; (new members welcome). Point; Innerarity Point. • Annual MBGFC Labor Day Invita- • Tyler Ward: 7; Stephi Cocktails / Cui- • Kid Friendly Bingo: 6-8 p.m; drinks & tional: Orange Beach Marina; Orange 1/3 cup butter, melted sine; Orange Beach. snacks available to purchase; Bear Point Beach, 251-981-4207. 2 Tbsp. maple syrup • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live Civic Assn; Orange Beach. • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible Bait; Orange Beach. • Bingo: 5; open to all; Amvets Post 2018; Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido 3/4 cup chopped pecans • Late Night DJ’s: 9; The Club at Live 13085 Wisconsin St.; Elberta. Key. 4 large eggs, lightly beaten Bait; Orange Beach. • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; Pappa • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk • JJ Mack: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; Beach. • Texas Hold ‘em: 7; The Office, Foley. Perdido Key. 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar • Bridge: 11:30 a.m.; Orange Beach Sen- • Baldwin Senior Softball Group: 10 a.m.; • Legends In Concert: 7:30; tributes to 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ior Center, 251-981-3440. 50 and over; 10.am.; call 225/313-8516 for Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- • Elaine Petty: 6; Live Bait; Orange info & location. ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. 1 tsp. vanilla extract Beach. • Fairhope Outdoor Farmers Market: 3-6 • Gracie Kay: 5; Carvers Steakhouse; Or- Cut 10 (1-inch-thick) slices of bread. Reserve remaining • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby p.m.; behind Fairhope Public Library. ange Beach. bread for another use. Stir together brown sugar and next Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange • Gulf Shores United Methodist Church • Tim Spencer: noon; The Outside Pool Beach. Bread Ministry: 9-10; every Thursday; Deck at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange 2 ingredients; pour into a lightly greased 13- x 9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Whisk together eggs and next 4 ingredients. Arrange bread slices over pecans; pour egg mixture over bread. Cover and chill 8 hours. Pre- Jimmy Maraventano heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake bread 35-37 min. or until golden brown. Serve immediately. Makes 8-10 servings. at Sassy Bass Sept. 2 Enjoy! Jimmy Maraventano will bring his troprock vibe to Fort Morgan’s Sassy Bass (5160 Highway 180) on Sept. 2 at 4 p.m. Jimmy’s band, The Parrots have sold more than 100,000 units of its 3- CD set Island Jams. They’ve headlined the Meeting of The Minds, a huge Jimmy Buffett/Parrot Head Convention in Key West, multiple times and have played with Doyle Gr- isham, Michael Utley, Nadi- rah Shakoor, and Robert DEAN SMYTHIA HAS ISLAND SPIRIT: The Coastal Al. Business Chamber presented Dean Smythia, an Original Oyster House server since 2016, the Island Greeniidge from Buffett’s Spirit Award in recognition of his warmth, hospitality and concern for the commu- Coral Reefer Band. nity and tourists. “Dean worked tirelessly to help his community during Hurricane Two time Trop Rock Enter- Sally in September of 2020. He prepared over 3,000 meals and helped numerous tainers of the Year (Gulf families at a temporary makeshift food line at Cricos Pizza in Gulf Shores,” read his nomination. “He spearheaded an act of goodwill that helped transition the hurri- Shores legend Brent Burns cane devastation into hope. We are so proud of Dean for being an ambassador, leader has also won that award and role model,” said James Nail, OOH asst. general manager. twice), the band has played to delighted crowds all over the United States and the Caribbean for almost 25 years. A second three-CD set enti- tled “Sun Jams,” was re- Ad. Info: mulletwrapper.com leased as a follow up to “Island Jam” and includes guest appearances by Jimmy Buffett’s Coral 850-492-5221 Reefer Band member Doyle Grisham, and the legendary Gary US Bonds. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 39 Page 40 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Beach. • First Friday Art Walk: 7 p.m. til; his- • Wiley Pete: 7; Stephi Cocktails-Cui- • Gravity Blinks: 5; The Angry Crab; Or- toric downtown Fairhope. sine; Orange Beach. ange Beach. • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Charlie & The Hammerheads: 7 ‘til; • Austin Thompson: 5; Woodside Restau- Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Live Bait; Orange Beach. rant at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. nerarity Point) Pensacola. • Destiny Brown: 5; Perch Restaurant at • Ronnie Presley: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship The Lodge at Gulf State Park; Gulf Gulf Shores. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Shores. • Amanda Donald & Katrina Kolb: 7; nerarity Point) Pensacola. • Sand Bar Jam; 1-4 p.m.; Pirates Cove; Stephi Cocktails / Cuisine; Orange Josephine. Beach. SAT, SEPT 4 • Coastal Fire: 7; Hub Stacey’s at the • Charlie & The Hammerheads: 7 ‘til; • Tacky Jacks Bloody Mary 5K & 1 Mile Point; Innerarity Point. Live Bait; Orange Beach. Fun Run: 7:30; Tacky Jack’s Gulf Shores. • Karaoke on the Tiki Deck: 7 ‘til; Live • Delta Donnie: 6; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Mor- • Labor Day Celebration Fireworks: 8:45; Bait; Orange Beach. gan. Downtown OWA, Foley. • Doc Johnson Band: 9; Sandshaker at • Gringo Fife: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange • Labor Day Car Show: noon-4 p.m.; The Wharf; Orange Beach. Beach. Downtown OWA, Foley. • The Defrosters: 2; Flying Harpoon II; • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby • Annual MBGFC Labor Day Invita- Orange Beach. Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange tional: Orange Beach Marina; Orange • Late Night DJ’s: 9; The Club at Live Beach. Beach, 251-981-4207. Bait; Orange Beach. • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • Karaoke w. Howard: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido Morgan. Shores; (new members welcome). Key. • Greg Brown: 11 a.m.: Tacky Jacks, Or- • Late Night DJ’s: 9; The Club at Live • Gracie Kay: 5; Carvers Steakhouse; Or- ange Beach. Bait; Orange Beach. ange Beach. • JJ Mack: 6: Tacky Jacks, Orange • Doc Johnson Band: 9; Sandshaker at • Gypsy Pearl: 9; The Office, Foley. Beach. The Wharf; Orange Beach. • Legends In Concert: 4 & 7:30; tributes • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby • Platinum Premier: 7; Hub Stacey’s at to Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange the Point; Innerarity Point. Presley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. Beach. • Karaoke on the Tiki Deck: 7 ‘til; Live • On The Rocks: 5; The Angry Crab; Or- • Karaoke: 9; The Undertow; Orange Bait; Orange Beach. ange Beach. Beach. • Karaoke w. Kelly Ann: 6; American Le- • Rick Wilson: 5; Rotolo’s Pizzeria; • Texas Hold ‘em: 7; The Office, Foley. gion Post 99; Foley. Fairhope. • Optimist Club of Perdido Bay: Break- • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:15 a.m.; • Mel Knapp: 5; Woodside Restaurant at fast every Saturday at 7 a.m. at the Lil- all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. lian Community Club in Lillian; (251) Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and • Chauncy Grandall: 5; Lucy Buffett’s 961-2620. West 2nd St. Lulu’s; Gulf Shores. • AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship ADVERTISE WHERE IT COUNTS 850-492-5221 mulletwrapper.com Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 41 Page 42 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Gulf Shores. nerarity Point) Pensacola. • Hippie Jim: 11 a.m.: Tacky Jacks, Or- State sends medical team • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship ange Beach. Gulf Shores population increases 54 percent in 10 years Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Jay Magginson: 6.: Tacky Jacks, Orange nerarity Point) Pensacola. Beach. O.B. grows 49 percent; Baldwin state’s fastest growing county to South Baldwin Hospital • Ladies AA: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.; Perdido • Cadillac Attack: 6: Tacky Jacks, Fort Bay UMC Worship Center, 13660 Inner- Morgan. Alabama State Health arity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- • Karaoke on the Tiki Deck: 7 ‘til; Live By Fran Thompson sacola. Bait; Orange Beach. The population in Gulf Shores increased by 54 percent be- Officer Dr. Scott Harris • Sand Bar Jam; 1-4 p.m.; Pirates Cove; has sent a team from the SUN, SEPT 5 Josephine. tween 2010 and 2020, according to data released from the National Disaster Medical • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • Bends & Brews Yoga: 11 a.m.; in the 2020 U.S. Census, as the city grew its numbers from 9,741 Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido courtyard; Big Beach Brewery; Gulf System at the Department Key. Shores. to 15,014 during that 10 year period. of Health and Human • Justin Colvard: 5; Woodside Restaurant • Lisa Zanghi: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby Orange Beach was right behind its island neighbor, grow- Services to South Baldwin at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange ing an amazing 49 percent from 5,441 to 8,095 citizens, and Regional Medical Center • Legends In Concert: 4 p.m.; tributes to Beach. Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- • False Identity: 8; Sandshaker at The Spanish Fort, Foley, Daphne and Fairhope were also among in Foley to help the hospi- ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. Wharf; Orange Beach. the 11 fastest growing cities in Alabama. Loxley and Sum- tal care for an influx of • Coconut Radio: 2; Sassy Bass Amazin’ • The Defrosters: 2; Flying Harpoon II; merdale also registered significant growth, according to COVID-19 patients. Grill, Fort Morgan. Orange Beach. SBRMC was treating 54 • Wiley Pete: 5; The Angry Crab; Orange • John Joiner & Friends: 4; Hub Stacy’s; Census data. Beach. Innerarity Point. COVID-19 patients, 85 per- Baldwin County surpassed Montgomery as the state’s • Darrell Quals: 5; Carvers Steakhouse; • Danny Grady: 2; Fraternal Order of Ea- cent of whom are unvacci- Orange Beach. gles; Foley. fourth largest county, adding 47,000 people. That marked nated, and the NDMS • Lefty Collins: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; • League Pool: 7; The Office, Foley. the highest total population gain of any Alabama county support will relieve the and represents a growth of 25.8 percent, also the highest in pressure on medical staff the state. who work in the facility, Gulf Shores is the only Alabama city with a population according to hospital Sirens of the Sea postpone annual drawdown of 10,000 or more to grow by more than 50 percent. spokeswoman Taylor Fairhope’s population grew from 15,326 to 22,477 citizens, Lewis. With great concern for all, the Sirens of the Sea have de- an increase of 46.7 percent. Both Gulf Shores and Spanish The NDMS team consists cided to postpone their annual Drawdown. This event will of a doctor, two physician be rescheduled for a later date. The Sirens appreciate the Fort started the decade with fewer than 10,000 residents. assistants, seven regis- Foley grew 39 percent, increasing from 14,618 to 20,335 support of the public as well as many area merchants. tered nurses, one licensed Without these people our wonderful Drawdown would not citizens. Daphne increased its population by 27 percent practice nurse and three from 21,570 to 27,462 citizens. Loxley grew an amazing paramedics. They are be the same. 127 percent from 1,632 to 3,710 in population. scheduled to be in Foley for Robertsdale grew 27 percent from 5,276 to 6,708 citizens, two weeks, but the state and Summerdale grew 70 percent from 862 to 1,468 in pop- will request an extension, ulation. Elberta increased its population 31.8 percent from possibly with replacement Sept. 18 Spc. Coleman Ride For The Fallen starts at The Office 1,498 to 1,974 citizens. personnel. Alabama’s statewide population has increased from 4.8 Harris said hospitals are The 12th Annual Ride For The Fallen, in memory of Spc. overloaded throughout the million in 2010 to 5.03 million in 2020. The state will retain Justin Coleman, will be held Sept. 18 beginning at The Of- state but that its worst fice Lounge in Foley at 8 a.m. Free biscuits and gravy will its current number of seven seats in the U.S. House of Rep- from Mobile to Dothan. resentatives for the next 10 years. The Al. Health Dept. has be served at sign-up and last bike out is at 10 a.m. Stops on “This data reveals what we’ve known all along – Alabama asked for more than 200 the ride include River Pub in Bay Minette, Stock Tank in is a great state to call home, and many are choosing to do positions statewide. Robertsdale, Alley Cat Alley in Silverhill, and Alabama so,” Governor Kay Ivey said. Gulf Coast Music Hall in Foley. Cost is $20 and additional Census results show Huntsville is the largest city in Ala- hands are available for $10. First place prize for the best bama, passsing Birmingham, which showed a steep popu- Open auditions for hand is $100. lation decline over the last decade. Nine cities in the For more info, contact Leigh Brewer at 251-979-9502, or Birmingham metropolitan area - Chelsea, Hoover, Vestavia O.B. Christmas program Penny Rauhuff at 251-424-7300. More than 100 bikes usu- Hills, Helena, Trussville, Gardendale, Pelham, Calera and ally line up to start the run and Lost Bay Helicopters usu- Expect Excellence Com- ally leads the bikes out of Foley. The raffle will also start at Moody - all showed significant growth. munity Theatre in Orange Huntsville grew by 19 percent and is now the only city in Beach is holding open au- 5 p.m. at Gulf Coast Music Hall and prizes include liquor Alabama with a population of more than 200,000. The ditions for its Visions of and gift cards. 215,000 people counted in that city represent an increase Christmas program All funds raised will benefit Canine Companions, a non- of around 35,000, up 19 percent. Birmingham shed11,500 through Aug. 27. Musi- profit that provides highly-skilled service and guide dogs to people since the 2010 census, a 5 percent decline. cians, singers and dancers veterans with physical injuries, PTSD, hearing and vision The fastest growing city, Pike Road, a small city near and especially men for the loss, and seizures. Montgomery, nearly doubled in the last 10 years, from chorus are needed For the Spc. Justin Coleman is the son of Post 99 Ladies Auxiliary 5,400 people in 2010 to more than 10,000 in 2019. Nov. 17-18 show at the member Penny Rauhuff. He was killed in action in Nuris- brand new Orange Beach tan province, Afghanistan on July 24, 2009. Just 21 years Performing Arts Center. old, he was assigned to 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regi- Rehearals will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30 ment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team out of Fort Drum, N.Y.. Ad. Info: mulletwrapper.com p.m. To schedule an audi- He died of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked tion, email cpittman@or- his unit using small arms and rocket-propelled grenade angebeachal.gov. fires. Spc. Coleman’s was awarded the Bronze Star and the Volunteers are always wel- Purple Heart for his bravery. He enlisted right after grad- 850-492-5221 come with all Expect Ex- uating from Nature Coast Technical High School in Her- cellence programs. nando County, Florida in 2007. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 43 Page 44• The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • AA: 5 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Bingo: 10-2; Gulf Coast Elks Lodge; Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Foley. Gulf Coast Beach Powerlifting Classic Sept. 3 at O.B. Event Center Mitchell Lee of Literacy Council nerarity Point) Pensacola. • Bingo: 6; American LegionPost 99, Gulf Shores. MON, SEPT 6 • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:15 a.m.; Cheer on your favorite athlete during the Sept.3-4 Alabama Gulf speaks at Foley Library Sept. 15 • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Coast Beach Powerlifting Classic at the Orange Beach Event Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and Center at The Wharf. The event starts at 9 a.m. each day, and Foley Library will host its first Key. West 2nd St. events include full power, bench only, and deadlift only in Raw, Lunch & Learn of the year on • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 • League Pool: 7; The Office, Foley. Wednesday, Sept. 5 at noon. p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; • Celebrate Recovery: (Christ centered Classic Raw, Single Ply categories. For more info, call director Please call 251-943-7665 to re- Perdido Key. 12 step program); Monday evenings at 6 Charlie Lyons at (205) 292-8059 or visit uspa.net. serve a spot. • Justin Colvard: 5; Woodside Restaurant p.m.; Christian Life Church in Orange Head over to The Wharf on Saturday, September 11th for a salute Featured speaker is Mitchell at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. Beach; 251-967-4840. • Jesse Duncan: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; • Overeaters Anonymous: 6; Holy Spirit to those who serve at Operation ReConnect 2021 from 10 a.m. - 6 Lee (pictured) of the South Gulf Shores. Episcopal Church; Gulf Shores, 616 Ft. p.m. Baldwin Literacy Council. Lee • Alan Renfroe: 6: Tacky Jacks, Fort Mor- Morgan Rd.; 251-709-5907. will speak about programs going gan. • T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): on at the literacy council as well • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; weigh-in 5:30; meeting 6; First Presbyte- Operation Re-Connect celebration Sept. 11 on Wharf Main Street as community outreach. A free Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. rian Church of Foley; (Berry & Highway meal will be provided and reser- • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live 59). Bait; Orange Beach. • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Operation ReConnect, a Pleasure Island based nonprofit vations must be received by Sept. 13 at 5 p.m. • Open Mic w/Davo: 7; Sandshaker at Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- founded by local resident Ryan Charrier and operated and man- The Wharf; Orange Beach. nerarity Point) Pensacola. aged by current and former service-members, will be the focus of • Open Mic w/Chris Beverly: 7; OSO; Or- • Ladies AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC ange Beach. Worship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point a 9-11 event at The Wharf; Main Street in Orange Beach on Sat- Volunteers sought for Sept. 18 urday, September 11 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. The fun, family friendly event celebrates those who protect our 34th Alabama Coastal Cleanup freedoms and features activities such as military vendors, meet- and-greet and photo ops with local first responders, a kid-judged Show your support for Al- car show, helicopter displays, kids’ activities & games and live abama’s waterways by partici- pating in the 34th Annual music. Alabama Coastal Cleanup All proceeds raised will go to Operation ReConnect to support scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18 military families and local, military-related nonprofit organiza- at multiple sites in Mobile and tions whose mission is simple: Provide the gift of time to the men, Baldwin counties. In 33 years, women and their families who have dealt with the difficulties over 105,000 volunteers have re- from an overseas combat deployment. For more info, visit opera- moved more than 860 tons of tionreconnect.org. trash from Alabama’s valued coastline and waterways. Con- tinue to Make Alabama the Beautiful by participating. Vol- Labor Day BBQ & party at historic Fairhope American Legion Post unteers will be asked to use the Clean Swell app to record data. American Legion Post 199 in Fairhope will host its annual Labor The app is free, easy to use, and Day BBQ & Beach Concert on Monday, Sept. 6 beginning at 11:30 you can download it on any mo- a.m. Traditional chicken and pulled pork plates with sides will bile device. Advertising Information: be sold for $12 each. Conditions can change. Keep Post 199 is located at 700 S. Mobile St. and sits directly on the up to date by visiting Alabama- Fairhope bluffs overlooking Mobile Bay. For more info, call 251- CoastalCleanup.com or Face- 850-492-5221 928-9132. book. During the event be weather aware. 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Marv & Lanier Maudlin presented O.B. Bridge Club Lifetime Memberships Surrounded by a few of the members of the Orange Beach Bridge Club, Jimmy Nelson and David Batt hold a certificate bestowing honorary, lifetime club membership on Marv and Lanier Maudlin. The club, which meets at noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Orange Beach Senior Center, includes more than 100 full time members. The club plays party bridge and new players are always welcome. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 45 Page 46• The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. Beach. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live feet.com. • Chris Beverly Experience: 9; The Un- nerarity Point) Pensacola. Bait; Orange Beach. • Karaoke & League Pool: 7:30; The Of- TUE, SEPT 7 dertow; Orange Beach. • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; fice, Foley. • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible • Bridge: 11:30 a.m.; Orange Beach Sen- Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:15 a.m.; Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido ior Center, 251-981-3440. nerarity Point) Pensacola. Shores; (new members welcome). all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Key. • Bingo: 5; 45 Restaurant & Bar; One • Al-Anon: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Ac- • Anthony Oliver: 6; Live Bait; Orange Center. • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 Club, Gulf Shores. tivities Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Beach. • Orange Beach Friends of the Library: p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; • Line Dancing: 6; American LegionPost Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola • John Brust: 6; Ms. Nancy’s Lobby 10; Library meeting room; 978-4106. Perdido Key. 99, Gulf Shores. Lounge at Perdido Beach Resort, Orange • Food Ministry at Morgan's Chapel • Ancient Aviators Military Gathering: • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; WED, SEPT 8 Beach. United Methodist Church: 8-9 a.m.; 6325 8:30 a.m.; American LegionPost 99; 6781 Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. • Whiskey Myers in Concert: 8; The Port • Open Mic: 5; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. Cty Rd 10, Bon Secour, (across from Swift Hwy. 59; Gulf Shores; visitors welcome; • Karaoke w. Kelly: 8; Sandshaker at The at the Wharf, Orange Beach. • Mason Henderson’s Saucy Fuzz: 9; The School); 251-979-2005. 251 990-8258 Wharf; Orange Beach. • Flora-Bama Rest. Complex Possible Undertow; Orange Beach. • Food Ministry For Hungry Families: • Legends In Concert: 7:30; tributes to • JW Karaoke: 6; Hub Stacy’s, Innerarity Probables: Schedule on Page 28; Perdido • Gary Story & Friends: 8; Sandshaker noon-1 p.m.; Grace Lutheran Church, Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- Point. Key. at The Wharf; Orange Beach. corner of West 23rd Ave. and West 4th St. ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. • Baldwin Senior Softball Group: 10 • Flora-Bama Family Friendly Bingo: 1-4 • Scott Koehn Project: 6; OSO; Orange in Gulf Shores; 251-968-5991. • Patrick Cross: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; a.m.; 50 and over; 10.am.; call 225/313- p.m.; free; family friendly; Flora-Bama; Beach. • Bread Ministry: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Or- Gulf Shores. 8516 for info & location. Perdido Key. • Karaoke: 7; Bar 45 at ONE CLUB, Gulf ange Beach United Methodist Church • Mel Knapp: 5; Woodside Restaurant at • Bingo: 10-2; Gulf Coast Elks Lodge; • Legends In Concert: 7:30; tributes to Shores. Brook's Center. Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. Foley. Jimmy Buffett, Bruno Mars, Elvis Pres- • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; • Food Bank: 9 - 11 a.m every Wednes- • Karaoke: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. • Texas Hold ‘em: 7; The Office, Foley. ley, Stevie Wonder; OWA; Foley. Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. day, Perdido Bay Baptist Church, 12600 • Greg Brown: 2; Sassy Bass Amazin’ •Pool Tourney: 7; Snapper’s; Orange • Gypsy Pearl: 5; The Angry Crab; Or- • John Joiner & Darrel Roberts: 7; Hub Sorrento Rd. Pensacola; call for eligiblity Grill, Fort Morgan. Beach. ange Beach. Stacy’s, Innerarity Point. requirements at (850) 492-2604. • Bama Beach Pickleball Club: 9-noon; • Orange Beach City Council Meeting: 5 • Chase Brown: 5; Woodside Restaurant • Artie Hopkins: 5; American Legion Post • Gulf Shores Woman's Club: 11 a.m.; Church of Christ, 2414 West 1st St., Gulf p.m.; City Hall; 980-INFO. at Gulf State Park; Gulf Shores. 99; Foley. Palmer Room at Craft Farms; 251-980- Shores; (new members welcome). • Foley Kiwanis Club: noon; Vallarta's, • Garrett Howell: 5; Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s; • Bingo: 10 a.m.; American Legion Post 5722. • Karaoke & Dance on The Deck: 7; Live 1145 S. McKenzie St., Foley; 859-771- Gulf Shores. 99; Foley. • Gulf Shores Lions Club: noon; 2nd & Bait; Orange Beach. 6091. • Jenna McClelland: 7; Stephi Cocktails / • BBRC Running Club: 5:30 p.m.; Big 4th Wednesday; noon; Adult Activity Cen- • Jayson Harper: 6; Live Bait; Orange • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Cuisine; Orange Beach. Beach Brewery in Gulf Shores; lafleet- ter, Gulf Shores; 251-968-2823. Sweetest Chefs culinary event Sept. 17 at The Wharf If you love eating desserts or watching baking shows, make plans to attend the 6th Annual Sweetest Chefs, a culinary event spotlighting America’s top pastry chefs on September 17 from 6 - 9 p.m. at The Wharf in Orange Beach. Guests will sample desserts from approximately 20 pastry chefs from around the country and vote to determine the outcome of the coveted Sweet- est Chefs Awards announced live at the conclusion of the evening. This event is open to the public, but a ticket will be required for admission. A variety of ticket options are available including VIP and early-admission. Prices range from $50 for Early-Bird Gen- eral Admission tickets to $200 for one of only 40 VIP tickets. Tick- ets are on sale now at SweetestChefs.com. Other features of the 2021 Sweetest Chefs weekend include: Welcome cocktail; Live baking and pastry demonstration stage; Live music; Savory food and beverage tastings; Door prizes; and optional VIP experience. Sweetest Chefs helps provide scholarship dollars for deserving culinary students at the Gulf Coast Culinary Institute at Coastal Alabama Community College. Participating chefs, restaurants and the demonstration stage lineup will be announced in the com- ing weeks.

St. Benedict kicks Off 100th school year with major upgrades If you have recently driven by the 100-year-old St. Benedict Catholic School campus on Illinois Street, chances are you may not have recognized it. The former red brick exterior was re- freshed over the summer with an immaculate paint job that now reflects the bright and inviting interior. The small private school also starts the school year with a brand-new state-of-the-art gym- nasium after its predecessor suffered extensive damage during AD INFO Hurricane Sally leaving it inoperable. Next up is a brand-new fence and reinforced field where students love to play. Across the campus, St. Benedict students in 2nd – 8th grade started the school year with brand new Chromebooks to master 850-492-5221 skills from basic keyboarding to coding that are a necessity in the technologically advanced world we live in. “St. Benedict Catholic School is the best of both worlds,” said Rachel Kaiser, whose child attends St. Benedict. “It has the rich history and tradition of a 100-year institution and the technol- mulletwrapper.com ogy and modern amenities for a first-class education in the 21st century.” Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 47 Page 48 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] I started a new workout routine lunch, I met Old Man Brown, - Clarence Darrow they go." this week, doing crunches twice who hasn't bought anything "He has never been known to - Oscar Wilde a day. I do Cap'n in the morning from us for five years. Well, we use a word that might send a "He has Van Gogh's ear for and Nestle's in the afternoon. got to talking and he gave me a reader to the dictionary." music." •••••••••• half-million-dollar order!" - Wm. Faulkner (about Hemingway) - Billy Wilder Funny A radiologist looked upon x- "See," said the sales manager "I didn't attend the funeral, but "I've had a perfectly wonderful rays of multiple fractures of the to his secretary. "I told you he'd I sent a nice letter saying I ap- evening. But I'm afraid this was- femurs and pelvis. forget the sandwiches." proved of it." n't it." Bones "What happened to this pa- •••••••••• - Mark Twain - Groucho Marx tient?" he asked. Why do people hate getting up "He has no enemies but is in- •••••••••• By Ron “Bones” Jones "He fell out of a tree," I re- early in Athens? tensely disliked by his friends.” My wife told me that I did not ported. “His paperwork states Because Dawn is tough on "I feel so miserable without you; love any of her relatives. he works for Bob's Expert Tree Greece. it's almost like having you here.” I told her that is not true. I Service." •••••••••• - Stephen Bishop said, "I love your mother-in-law The radiologist said, "Cross out If you tickle a man to death by "He is a self-made man and and father-in-law much more 'Expert.'" accident, is it manslaughter? worships his creator." than I love mine." •••••••••• •••••••••• - John Bright •••••••••• Wife: "That's the third time When the doctor entered the "I've just learned about his ill- "George is so forgetful," the you've gone for dessert," she examining room, the man cried, ness. Let's hope it's nothing triv- sales manager complained to scolded. "The hostess must “My hair is falling out! Can you ial.” his secretary. "It's a wonder he think you're selfish and an ab- give me something to keep it - Irvin S. Cobb can sell anything. I asked him solute pig." in?” "In order to avoid being called to pick me up some sandwiches Husband: "I don't think so. I've “Of course,” said the doctor re- a flirt, she always yielded easily.” on his way back from lunch but been telling her it's for you." assuringly, and he handed the - Charles, Count Talleyrand I'm not sure he'll even remem- A young lady in the pet shop •••••••••• man a small box. “Will this be "He loves nature in spite of ber to come back." asked about buying a gold fish. George is so forgetful," the big enough?” what it did to him." Just then the door flew open The salesperson asked if she sales manager complained to •••••••••• - Forrest Tucker and in bounced George. "You'll needed an aquarium. his secretary. "It's a wonder he These glorious insults are from "Why do you sit there looking never guess what happened!" "I don't care what sign it is," can sell anything. I asked him a bygone era ... like an envelope without any he shouted. "While I was at she said. to pick me up some sandwiches “He had delusions of adequacy.” address on it?" lunch, I met Old Man Brown, •••••••••• on his way back from lunch but - Walter Kerr - Mark Twain who hasn't bought anything My son won a prestigious soc- I'm not sure he'll even remem- "He has all the virtues I dislike "His mother should have from us for five years. Well, we cer tournament, the goalie ber to come back." and none of the vices I admire.” thrown him away and kept the got to talking and he gave me a asked us over for a celebratory Just then the door flew open - Winston Churchill stork." half-million-dollar order!" dinner. The dinner was enjoyed and in bounced George. "You'll "I have never killed a man, but - Mae West "See," sighed the sales man- by the father, the son, and the never guess what happened!" I have read many obituaries "Some cause happiness wher- ager to his secretary. "I told you goalie host. he shouted. "While I was at with great pleasure." ever they go; others, whenever he'd forget the sandwiches." Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 49 Page 50 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected]

Email: [email protected] PICTURES OF THE WEEK

“Beautiful morning on the beach this while on turtle pa- trol,’’ writes Cindy Fulford. “Our 30th summer to visit Gulf Shores and Orange Beach from Houston,’’ writes John Breed.

“Morning at Wade Ward Na- ture Park,’’ writes Dennis Sunrise on West Beach by Whitney. Phillip Thomas.

Celebrating The Cicada “A friend was leaving my house Friday night so I turned on the porch light. I saw something hanging on the un- derside of a handrail & thought it was a bat. As I got closer, I saw that it was an adult cicada emerging from its nymph exoskeleton! I see exoskeletons frequently around the outside of the house but never saw the process! Cicadas are the loudest insect in the world and their song at dusk can almost be deafening! Nature is so Steve, Susie, & Hudson Hawk. amazing!”

West Beach based seagulls have an eye on Kyla Blackwood. David Kriegler’s pics of a sunrise on the Gulf and lightning over Little Lagoon. Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 51 Page 52 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected]

also provide a type of stepping-stone habitat for gray snapper as they move offshore. Juvenile gray snapper Already the largest in the nation, AL. adds more reef zones use inshore habitat like docks and inshore reefs in the estuaries, and then they move into the Gulf of Mexico for their adult life. These nearshore reefs will provide In the 24-square-mile zone off Orange Beach, 64 of the pyramids will be used to create 48 reef sites refuge to help them more effectively recruit to larger By David Rainer 1,203 juvenile reef fish shelters will be deployed at reefs offshore.” Al Dept. of Conser. & Natural Resources numerous locations with 3 to 10 shelters per reef site Marine Resources Director Scott Bannon said, “I am bAlready the largest in the nation if not the world, as part of a $2.4 million contract. The modules are very proud of the work that Craig and his staff have Alabama’s artificial reef zones recently got even larger 4.5-foot-diameter concrete discs placed on a pedestal done to enhance fish habitat and angling opportuni- with the addition of 110 square miles of Gulf of Mex- and embedded in a concrete slab. Each module will ties off the coast of Alabama. They have put in a ico bottom. have four discs. tremendous amount of time and effort to develop a As part of an overall $8.135 million expansion of the “Our monitoring and research have shown that these balanced plan that addresses habitat from fish spawn- Alabama Artificial Reef Program, the Alabama De- type modules are extremely effective for providing ing through adulthood, from inshore to offshore, that partment of Conservation and habitat for juvenile reef fish, particularly gray trigger- will benefit the resources and fishermen for years to Natural Resources, Marine fish,” he said. “Young red snapper, gray snapper and come.” “We’re expand- Resources Division (MRD) re- lane snapper will also use these structures. Since we Commissioner Blankenship said he constantly brags cently received authorization have been deploying a significant amount of adult-size about Alabama’s Artificial Reef Program and the new ing by 23 of two additional permit areas reef structures, we felt that adding these juvenile project is just going to make it better. square miles from the U.S. Army Corps of structures will help facilitate the recruitment of juve- “I am glad to see the reef areas expanded and the de- Engineers. niles to the larger reefs farther offshore. It increases ployment of several hundred new offshore and near Gulf Craig Newton, MRD’s Artifi- the juvenile reef fish habitat that we have offshore of nearshore artificial reefs,” Commissioner Blankenship Shores and cial Reef Coordinator, said the Alabama.” said. “We already have the best artificial reef program grants from the National Fish Speaking of the larger offshore reefs, Alabama De- in the country, but we are not resting on our laurels. Fort Morgan and Wildlife Foundation’s Gulf partment of Conservation and Natural Resources With the expansion of the reef zones and the new Environmental Benefit Fund, Commissioner Chris Blankenship executed a $4.9 mil- reefs we are building, we will ensure continued great and another established with criminal lion contract to deploy 456 pyramid-shaped modules, fishing off the coast of Alabama for decades to come. I 24-square-mile fines after the Deepwater each 25 feet tall and made of concrete and limestone. appreciate the partnership with the National Fish Horizon Oil Spill, will also At the new reef zone south of Dauphin Island, 164 and Wildlife Foundation to assist in funding the mul- area offshore allow MRD to deploy artificial modules will be used to create 123 reefs. Some of the timillion-dollar construction of these reefs. reefs in both nearshore and will have two modules and others a single module. “The fishing this year has been great when the of Orange offshore reef zones. In the 24-square-mile zone off Orange Beach, 64 of weather has allowed for boats to get out and enjoy it. Beach that is “We have expanded the 6- to the pyramids will be used to create 48 reef sites. Red snapper fishing is always great, but the last two 9-mile reef zone,” Newton said. Farther offshore, 35 miles and beyond, 228 pyramid years have really seen the resurgence of gray trigger- between 8 and “Originally, we had about 30 modules will be used to create 172 new reef sites. At fish. Since the triggerfish season reopened August 1, I square miles in that reef zone. those offshore sites, the 25-foot-tall pyramids will be have seen some great ‘trash can’ size triggerfish pho- 15 miles off- We’re expanding by 23 square deployed in single and double models as well as pro- tos on Facebook of fish harvested in the Alabama Arti- shore.” miles near Gulf Shores and viding additional structure to existing small pyramids ficial Reef Zones. Triggerfish is right up there with Fort Morgan and another 24- that were deployed in 2004 and 2005. cobia as the best-tasting fish in the Gulf, in my opin- square-mile area offshore of GPS coordinates for the new reef sites will be pub- ion. I hope to get down to Dauphin Island and catch Orange Beach that is between 8 and 15 miles off- lished this fall after all the reefs have been deployed. some this weekend. With greater amberjack, red shore.” “Generally, a wide variety of reef fish will be utilizing snapper and triggerfish seasons all open right now, it The largest of the new reef zones is between 13 and the larger pyramids,” Newton said. “Farther offshore, is a great time to wet a hook on some of the produc- 25 miles south of Dauphin Island and adds 63 square these structures will provide quality habitat for not tive reefs off the coast of Alabama.” miles for the 110-square-mile total of new water bot- only red snapper but also amberjack, vermillion snap- With the additional 110 square miles, the Alabama tom for constructing artificial reefs. per and groupers too. Artificial Reef Program now encompasses more than The approval of the new zones was a lengthy, com- “The juvenile reefs will help provide a connective 1,136 square miles of water bottom in the Gulf. More prehensive process to ensure historical resources and link between the fish utilizing the inshore habitat and info and coordinates: outdooralabama.com. artifacts were not impacted by the new reef zones. The the fish moving to the offshore habitat. One example Pictured: Juvenile fish reefs are being deployed in cost associated with the permitting process was is flounder that migrate to the Gulf each year for pairs in the new nearshore reef zones off Alabama. A $742,000. spawning purposes. These nearshore reefs will pro- 25-foot-tall super pyramid is being deployed in one of “We had to do bottom surveys that were required by vide habitat during their spawning season. They will the new offshore reef zones. the National Historical Preservation Act to ensure that cultural resources are not compromised,” Newton said. “These cultural resources could be shipwrecks, Civil War artifacts and areas that early inhabitants used as campsites or mounds thousands of years ago. “During eras of sea level transgressions, water bot- toms near the Alabama coast would have been ex- posed. The sub-bottom profiler (scanning equipment) data actually identifies natural levees of bayous, rivers and creek banks where early inhabitants would have made campsites and used for hunting grounds thousands of years ago. “The surveys identified a handful of areas we have to avoid, but generally didn’t find anything of cultural significance. Ultimately, it resulted in 110 square miles of water bottom being authorized by the Corps of Engineers.” With permits in hand and contracts executed, MRD started deploying artificial reefs in the new reef zones on July 30, 2021. Newton said in the 6- to 9-mile reef zones a total of Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Page 53 Page 54 • The Mullet Wrapper • Aug. 25-Sept. 8, 2021 • Ad. Info: 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] OFFICE/SHOP/CAFE recording studio; 25823 Canal Rd. in Or- gion. To apply, call 251-348-0000 or visit FOR RENT Office - cafe - shop for lease in Gulf Shores. ange Beach; call Top Hat; 251-609-7907; ipsc.biz/employment. (10-6) Upscale location; Text Alla at 251-923- also demo recording and cd duplication. EDEN SPA & SALON SENIORS-1BR 6475; Ryals Realty. ART LESSONS Eden Spa and Salon is now hiring all CLASSIFIEDS Roomy Island Style Cottage apt in down- OFFICE SPACE Art Lessons w Talis @ Artworks Studio phases of cosmetology and massage ther- town Gulf Shores, ON the Intercoastal Wa- Class A Office Space for Lease. Gulf and gallery @ Villagio on Perdido Key; apy. 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